Damai I

Trip dates Trip dates Itinerary Days/Nights Start Place End Place
  17 Dec 2026 Alor / Komodo 12D/11N Kupang Labuan Bajo
  30 Dec 2026 Komodo / Bali 12D/11N Labuan Bajo Benoa
  15 Feb 2027 Raja Ampat 8D/7N Sorong Sorong
  22 Mar 2027 Raja Ampat, Triton bay 11D/10N Sorong Kaimana
  25 Jun 2027 Sulawesi, Sulawesi 12D/11N Gorontalo Manado
  02 Sep 2027 Halmahera, Sulawesi 15D/14N Ternate Manado
  10 Mar 2028 Kaimana 8D/7N Kaimana Kaimana
  15 Jun 2028 Raja Ampat 8D/7N Sorong Sorong
  24 Jun 2028 Raja Ampat 8D/7N Sorong Sorong
  03 Jul 2028 Raja Ampat, Mapia, Cendrawasih Bay 12D/11N Sorong Nabire
  16 Jul 2028 Cendrawasih Bay 8D/7N Nabire Nabire
  25 Jul 2028 Cenderawasih Bay, Mapia, Raja Ampat 13D/12N Nabire Sorong
  12 Sep 2028 Wakatobi, Komodo 12D/11N Wakatobi Labuan Bajo
  30 Oct 2028 Alor / Komodo 12D/11N Kupang Labuan Bajo
  13 Nov 2028 Komodo, Alor 12D/11N Labuan Bajo Kupang
  12 Dec 2028 Komodo 8D/7N Labuan Bajo Labuan Bajo
  24 Dec 2028 Komodo 12D/11N Labuan Bajo Labuan Bajo
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Deluxe single Select Trip FULL FULL FULL 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 1 Cabins
 1 Availability
 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 FULL 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 FULL FULL 1 Cabins
 1 Availability
 FULL FULL 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 FULL FULL 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 FULL 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 FULL FULL FULL FULL 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 FULL 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 FULL FULL 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 FULL FULL 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 FULL 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 FULL 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 FULL 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 FULL 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 FULL 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 FULL 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 FULL 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 FULL 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 FULL 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 FULL FULL FULL FULL 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 FULL FULL 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL 1 Cabins
 1 Availability
 FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 FULL FULL FULL 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL 1 Cabins
 1 Availability
 FULL FULL 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 FULL FULL FULL 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 FULL FULL 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 FULL 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 FULL FULL 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 FULL FULL FULL FULL 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 FULL FULL 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 FULL FULL FULL 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 FULL FULL 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 FULL 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 FULL FULL FULL 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 FULL 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 FULL 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
 2 Cabins
 2 Availability
Select Trip
 $5,250.00
 $8,250.00
 $8,250.00
 $3,400.00
 $8,470.00
 $5,390.00
 $8,470.00
 $8,525.00
 $6,200.00
 $6,975.00
 $5,425.00
 $5,565.00
 $5,565.00
 $5,425.00
 $5,390.00
 $5,390.00
 $8,470.00
 $8,525.00
 $5,565.00
 $5,565.00
 $5,565.00
 $5,565.00
 $5,565.00
 $5,565.00
 $8,745.00
 $8,745.00
 $8,745.00
 $5,565.00
 $5,565.00
 $5,565.00
 $8,745.00
 $5,565.00
 $5,565.00
 $5,565.00
 $9,540.00
 $8,745.00
 $5,565.00
 $9,540.00
 $5,565.00
 $8,745.00
 $7,950.00
 $8,745.00
 $5,565.00
 $5,565.00
 $8,745.00
 $3,975.00
 $5,565.00
 $8,745.00
 $8,745.00
 $8,745.00
 $8,745.00
 $5,565.00
 $8,745.00
 $5,565.00
 $8,745.00
 $5,565.00
 $9,540.00
 $8,745.00
 $5,565.00
 $9,540.00
 $5,565.00
 $5,565.00
 $8,745.00
 $8,745.00
 $5,565.00
 $8,745.00
 $6,121.00
 $6,121.00
 $6,200.00
 $5,565.00
 $5,565.00
 $2,000.00
 $3,400.00
 $3,400.00
 $2,000.00
 $3,400.00
 $3,400.00
 $2,000.00
 $3,400.00
 $3,400.00
 $3,400.00
 $5,425.00
 $3,400.00
 $8,470.00
 $5,390.00
 $8,470.00
 $5,424.00
 $5,425.00
 $5,425.00
 $5,565.00
 $5,565.00
 $6,975.00
 $9,300.00
 $8,745.00
 $3,975.00
 $5,565.00
 $5,565.00
 $5,565.00
 $5,565.00
 $5,565.00
 $8,745.00
 $6,360.00
 $5,565.00
 $5,565.00
 $8,745.00
 $8,745.00
 $8,745.00
 $2,640.00
 $2,640.00
 $2,640.00
 $2,640.00
 $2,640.00
 $2,640.00
 $2,640.00
 $5,565.00
 $5,565.00
 $5,565.00
 $5,565.00
 $5,565.00
 $5,565.00
 $5,565.00
 $5,565.00
 $8,745.00
 $8,745.00
 $8,745.00
 $5,565.00
 $8,745.00
 $5,565.00
 $5,565.00
 $5,565.00
 $8,745.00
 $3,975.00
 $5,565.00
 $5,565.00
 $6,360.00
 $5,300.00
 $5,565.00
 $5,565.00
 $5,565.00
 $8,745.00
 $9,540.00
 $5,565.00
 $8,745.00
 $5,565.00
 $8,745.00
 $8,745.00
 $8,745.00
 $5,810.00
 $5,810.00
 $9,130.00
 $5,810.00
 $5,810.00
 $9,130.00
 $8,300.00
 $9,130.00
 $9,130.00
 $9,130.00
 $9,130.00
 $5,810.00
 $5,810.00
 $5,810.00
 $9,960.00
 $5,845.00
 $5,810.00
 $9,960.00
 $5,810.00
 $9,130.00
 $9,130.00
 $9,130.00
 $9,130.00
 $11,690.00
 $5,845.00
 $9,130.00
 $9,130.00
 $8,745.00
 $8,350.00
 $5,845.00
 $5,565.00
 $5,565.00
 $5,565.00
 $5,845.00
 $9,185.00
 $9,185.00
 $9,185.00
 $8,350.00
 $9,185.00
 $5,845.00
 $9,185.00
 $5,845.00
 $9,185.00
 $9,185.00
 $5,845.00
 $9,185.00
 $9,185.00
 $10,020.00
 $5,845.00
 $5,845.00
 $9,185.00
 $9,185.00
 $11,690.00
 $7,515.00
 $9,185.00
 $9,185.00
 $9,185.00
 $9,185.00
 $9,185.00
 $9,185.00
 $5,810.00
 $5,810.00
 $5,810.00
 $5,810.00
 $6,680.00
 $5,810.00
 $9,515.00
 $6,055.00
 $9,515.00
 $9,515.00
 $9,515.00
 $9,515.00
 $9,515.00
 $9,515.00
 $9,515.00
 $6,055.00
 $9,515.00
 $9,515.00
 $9,515.00
 $9,515.00
 $9,515.00
 $6,055.00
 $6,055.00
 $9,515.00
 $6,055.00
 $12,110.00
 $6,055.00
 $9,515.00
 $9,515.00
 $9,515.00
 $9,515.00
 $9,515.00
 $7,515.00
 $9,515.00
 $12,110.00
 $6,055.00
 $5,845.00
 $5,845.00
 $9,185.00
 $5,845.00
 $9,515.00
 $9,515.00
 $6,055.00
 $9,515.00
 $9,515.00
 $6,055.00
 $6,055.00
 $9,515.00
 $6,055.00
 $6,055.00
 $6,055.00
 $6,055.00
 $9,515.00
 $6,055.00
 $10,380.00
 $9,515.00
 $6,055.00
 $9,515.00
 $9,515.00
 $9,515.00
 $9,515.00
 $9,515.00
 $6,055.00
 $9,515.00
 $9,185.00
 $12,110.00
 $8,650.00
Deluxe twin/double Select Trip FULL FULL FULL 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 FULL 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 FULL FULL 2 Cabins
 4 Availability
 FULL FULL 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 FULL FULL 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 FULL 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 FULL FULL 2 Cabins
 4 Availability
 FULL 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 FULL 2 Cabins
 3 Availability
 FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL 1 Cabins
 2 Availability
 FULL 2 Cabins
 4 Availability
 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 FULL FULL 1 Cabins
 2 Availability
 FULL FULL 2 Cabins
 4 Availability
 FULL 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 1 Cabins
 1 Availability
 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 FULL 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 FULL 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 FULL 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 FULL 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 FULL 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 2 Cabins
 4 Availability
 FULL 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 2 Cabins
 4 Availability
 FULL 1 Cabins
 1 Availability
 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 FULL FULL FULL FULL 1 Cabins
 1 Availability
 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 FULL 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 1 Cabins
 2 Availability
 1 Cabins
 2 Availability
 1 Cabins
 2 Availability
 FULL 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 FULL FULL 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL 2 Cabins
 4 Availability
 FULL FULL FULL FULL 1 Cabins
 2 Availability
 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 1 Cabins
 2 Availability
 FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL 3 Cabins
 5 Availability
 2 Cabins
 3 Availability
 FULL FULL FULL 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL 3 Cabins
 5 Availability
 FULL FULL 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 FULL FULL FULL 2 Cabins
 4 Availability
 FULL FULL 2 Cabins
 4 Availability
 FULL 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 FULL FULL 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 FULL FULL FULL FULL 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 FULL FULL 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 1 Cabins
 1 Availability
 FULL FULL FULL 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 FULL FULL FULL 2 Cabins
 4 Availability
 FULL FULL 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 FULL 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL 2 Cabins
 4 Availability
 FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL FULL 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 1 Cabins
 2 Availability
 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 FULL FULL FULL 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 FULL 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 FULL 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
 3 Cabins
 6 Availability
Select Trip
 $4,025.00
 $6,325.00
 $5,175.00
 $1,700.00
 $6,545.00
 $4,165.00
 $6,545.00
 $6,545.00
 $4,760.00
 $5,355.00
 $4,165.00
 $4,305.00
 $4,305.00
 $4,165.00
 $4,165.00
 $4,165.00
 $6,545.00
 $6,545.00
 $4,305.00
 $4,305.00
 $4,305.00
 $4,305.00
 $4,305.00
 $4,305.00
 $6,765.00
 $6,765.00
 $6,765.00
 $4,305.00
 $4,305.00
 $4,305.00
 $6,765.00
 $4,305.00
 $4,305.00
 $4,305.00
 $7,380.00
 $6,765.00
 $4,305.00
 $7,380.00
 $4,305.00
 $6,765.00
 $6,150.00
 $6,765.00
 $4,305.00
 $4,305.00
 $6,765.00
 $3,075.00
 $4,305.00
 $6,765.00
 $6,765.00
 $6,765.00
 $6,765.00
 $4,305.00
 $6,765.00
 $4,305.00
 $6,765.00
 $4,305.00
 $7,380.00
 $6,765.00
 $4,305.00
 $7,380.00
 $4,305.00
 $4,305.00
 $6,765.00
 $6,765.00
 $4,305.00
 $6,765.00
 $4,735.00
 $4,735.00
 $4,760.00
 $4,305.00
 $4,305.00
 $1,000.00
 $1,700.00
 $1,700.00
 $1,000.00
 $1,700.00
 $1,700.00
 $1,000.00
 $1,700.00
 $1,700.00
 $1,700.00
 $4,165.00
 $1,700.00
 $6,545.00
 $4,165.00
 $6,545.00
 $4,165.00
 $4,165.00
 $4,165.00
 $4,305.00
 $4,305.00
 $5,355.00
 $7,140.00
 $6,765.00
 $3,075.00
 $4,350.00
 $4,305.00
 $4,350.00
 $4,305.00
 $4,305.00
 $6,765.00
 $4,920.00
 $4,305.00
 $4,305.00
 $6,765.00
 $6,765.00
 $6,765.00
 $1,320.00
 $1,320.00
 $1,320.00
 $1,320.00
 $1,320.00
 $1,320.00
 $1,320.00
 $4,305.00
 $4,305.00
 $4,305.00
 $4,305.00
 $4,305.00
 $4,305.00
 $4,305.00
 $4,305.00
 $6,765.00
 $6,765.00
 $6,765.00
 $4,305.00
 $6,765.00
 $4,305.00
 $4,305.00
 $4,305.00
 $6,765.00
 $3,075.00
 $4,305.00
 $4,305.00
 $4,920.00
 $3,500.00
 $4,305.00
 $4,305.00
 $4,305.00
 $6,765.00
 $7,380.00
 $4,305.00
 $6,765.00
 $4,305.00
 $6,765.00
 $6,765.00
 $6,765.00
 $4,515.00
 $4,515.00
 $7,095.00
 $4,515.00
 $4,515.00
 $7,095.00
 $6,450.00
 $7,095.00
 $7,095.00
 $7,095.00
 $7,095.00
 $4,515.00
 $4,515.00
 $4,515.00
 $7,740.00
 $4,480.00
 $4,515.00
 $7,740.00
 $4,515.00
 $7,095.00
 $7,095.00
 $7,095.00
 $7,095.00
 $8,960.00
 $4,480.00
 $7,095.00
 $7,095.00
 $6,765.00
 $6,400.00
 $4,480.00
 $4,305.00
 $4,305.00
 $4,305.00
 $4,480.00
 $7,040.00
 $7,040.00
 $7,040.00
 $6,400.00
 $7,040.00
 $4,480.00
 $7,040.00
 $4,480.00
 $7,040.00
 $7,040.00
 $4,480.00
 $7,040.00
 $7,040.00
 $7,680.00
 $4,480.00
 $4,480.00
 $7,040.00
 $7,040.00
 $8,960.00
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Configure Booking

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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Exclusions

  • Harbor Fee: 176.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Harbor Fee: 175.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2 and 3: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Manta Sandy & Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Aljui Bay

Today, we change goals and will be concentrating on macro and cool critters. Some of the signature sites in the bay include the Channel Island, White Arrow and Teardrop Wall. These are great places to see pygmy seahorses, unusual nudis, ghost pipefish. Then spend some time on the mucky sand under Cendana Dock for an amazing night dive.

 

With permission, you will be able to visit the pearl farm in the bay. Not only is this a very educational tour explaining the production of high-quality pearls, but you can also go shopping afterward.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 7: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 8: Wayilbatan

The Four Kings is a series of colorful underwater pinnacles that make an amazing dive with plenty of cool fish action. Moving later to a more sheltered spot we are in the vicinity of some great dive spots: drift along the channel at Neptune Fan Sea; explore the wall at Wedding Cake or enjoy the fish action on the ridge at Barracuda Rock.

No. of Dives: 3 or 4

 

Day 9 and 10: Boo & Fiabacet

This amazing string of small islands has a colorful array of great dives sites. The signature sites in the area include Boo Windows, Nudi Rock, Tank Rock and Whale Rock. The whole place is a delight for the eyes.

 

On a calm day, you can visit the amazing seamount Magic Mountain and experience cruising sharks, schooling fish and mantas cleaning. A truly spectacular dive!

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 11: Farondi / Balbulol

Visit the unique underwater caves at Goa Farondi and hunt for cool pygmy seahorses on the different varieties of sea fans. Nearby in the channel are the current rich pinnacles of the Three Sisters. This area is teeming with life and there is a good chance of seeing a lot of fish action.

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 12: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Harbor fees: 440.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy – Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 5: Wayilbatan

The Four Kings is a series of colorful underwater pinnacles that make an amazing dive with plenty of cool fish action. Moving later to a more sheltered spot we are in the vicinity of some great dive spots: drift along the channel at Neptune Fan Sea; explore the wall at Wedding Cake or enjoy the fish action on the ridge at Barracuda Rock.

No. of Dives: 3 or 4

 

Day 6 and 7: Boo & Fiabacet

This amazing string of small islands has a colorful array of great dives sites. The signature sites in the area include Boo Windows, Nudi Rock, Tank Rock and Whale Rock. The whole place is a delight for the eyes.

 

On a calm day, you can visit the amazing seamount Magic Mountain and experience cruising sharks, schooling fish and mantas cleaning. A truly spectacular dive!

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 8: Farondi / Balbulol

Visit the unique underwater caves at Goa Farondi and hunt for cool pygmy seahorses on the different varieties of sea fans. Nearby in the channel are the current rich pinnacles of the Three Sisters. This area is teeming with life and there is a good chance of seeing a lot of fish action.

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Park Fees: 150.00 USD
  • Harbor Fees: 320.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy – Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 5: Wayilbatan

The Four Kings is a series of colorful underwater pinnacles that make an amazing dive with plenty of cool fish action. Moving later to a more sheltered spot we are in the vicinity of some great dive spots: drift along the channel at Neptune Fan Sea; explore the wall at Wedding Cake or enjoy the fish action on the ridge at Barracuda Rock.

No. of Dives: 3 or 4

 

Day 6 and 7: Boo & Fiabacet

This amazing string of small islands has a colorful array of great dives sites. The signature sites in the area include Boo Windows, Nudi Rock, Tank Rock and Whale Rock. The whole place is a delight for the eyes.

 

On a calm day, you can visit the amazing seamount Magic Mountain and experience cruising sharks, schooling fish and mantas cleaning. A truly spectacular dive!

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 8: Farondi / Balbulol

Visit the unique underwater caves at Goa Farondi and hunt for cool pygmy seahorses on the different varieties of sea fans. Nearby in the channel are the current rich pinnacles of the Three Sisters. This area is teeming with life and there is a good chance of seeing a lot of fish action.

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

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Exclusions

  • Harbor Fee: 320.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Harbor Fee: 480.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy – Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Aljui Bay

Time to focus on macro on Aljui Bay.

 

Slopes with plenty to look for: fire urchins with shrimps and crabs, nudibranchs. The night dive under the pearl farm pier is one of the best in the area with the possibilities to have encounters with the very elusive walking shark.

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Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 7: Batanta

The last day will be entirely dedicated to “muck diving”. Seahorses, Octopuses, nudibranchs and rhinoplasty are some of the usual suspects we can find here.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

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Exclusions

  • Harbor Fees: 280.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

Start your trip to Raja Ampat, the center of marine biodiversity in the world. Visit the colorful reefs which are fed by the nutrient-rich waters from the rivers producing huge fields of soft corals, giant sea fans and clouds of planktonic feeding fishes of Triton Bay. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end of the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy & Arborek

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Arborek Jetty is part of a sloping reef in front of the island. There are schools of fish, excellent wide-angle photo opportunities under the jetty itself and good critter hunting to be done along the slopes.

 

In the late afternoon take a stroll around the village on the island and maybe join one of their soccer matches or buy a locally made sunhat.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 5: Farondi

Early morning visit to the cave of Tamulol a large cave where we can snorkel. Easy for all ages. Nearby, we will attempt to look into the jellyfish lake, as this is very dependable on the village mood.

 

Afternoon diving in 3 sisters, a dive where sift corals are at its best, and we have chanced to see Mobula rays hunting. sunset lagoon tour on the tender boats.

No. of Dives: 2 with cave visit / 4 without cave visit

Day 6: Boo & Fiabacet

This amazing string of small islands has a colorful array of great dives sites. The signature sites in the area include Boo Windows, Nudi Rock, Tank Rock and Whale Rock. The whole place is a delight for the eyes.

 

On a calm day, you can visit the amazing seamount Magic Mountain and experience cruising sharks, schooling fish and mantas cleaning. A truly spectacular dive!

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 7: Pulau Pisang

A chain of islands between Raja Ampat and Triton Bay has some excellent diving The dive site called the Dome is a seamount in the channel with good fish action; bannerfish, snappers and batfish as well as a chance to hunt for macro. Their hammerhead-shaped reef is called T-Bone and the site is covered in large colorful sponges in yellow and purple and blue. Keep your eyes open for passing sharks and eagle rays. 

 

Long Crossing to Momon.

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 8: Momon

On the way south we will stop at Mommon. There is an excellent macro dive at Tanjung Wap with decorated dartfish in shallow water, the potential for pygmy seahorses and a large swim through to explore. The seamount west of Momon has accelerating diving, schooling fish and chances for mantas.

 

Also, a visit to the waterfall at Momon. We can take the tender boats into the shore where the waterfalls directly into the sea. A perfect opportunity for a photo and you can even swim behind the falls.

 

Long Crossing to Triton Bay.

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 9, 10 and 11: Triton Bay

The unique location of Triton Bay with its current rich straits has many beautiful dive sites located around the islands of Aiduma and Namatote. Triton Bay is famous for its kaleidoscope of colors along the reef at Signature sites like Little Komodo.

 

There is the opportunity to see endemic species like the Flasher Wrasse at Flasher Beach or Leopard Anemone Shrimp at Namatote Wall or a Thin Line Wobbegong hiding under a table coral. Also recently discovered in the area are some interesting locations for macro sites with exciting and unusual nudibranchs. There may be a chance to encounter whale sharks while in the area.

 

Enjoy a great swim through under the island at another soft coral covered Signature Site, Boo’s Rainbow. For schooling fish action and more colorful reefs check out Larry’s Dive Heaven on the outside of Aiduma island.

No. of Dives: Unlimited dive and Snorkelling at the Bagan + 1 Night Dive (if there’s Whale Shark) or else 4 dives/day (day 9 & 10) and 2 dives (day 11)

 

Day 12: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Kaimana and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Harbor Fees: 440.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Harbor Fee: 330.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 4: Boo & Fiabacet

This amazing string of small islands has a colorful array of great dives sites. The signature sites in the area include Boo Windows, Nudi Rock, Tank Rock and Whale Rock. The whole place is a delight for the eyes.

 

On a calm day, you can visit the amazing seamount Magic Mountain and experience cruising sharks, schooling fish and mantas cleaning. A truly spectacular dive!

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Farondi / Balbulol

Visit the unique underwater caves at Goa Farondi and hunt for cool pygmy seahorses on the different varieties of sea fans. Nearby in the channel are the current rich pinnacles of the Three Sisters. This area is teeming with life and there is a good chance of seeing a lot of fish action.

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Park Fees: 150.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 4: Boo & Fiabacet

This amazing string of small islands has a colorful array of great dives sites. The signature sites in the area include Boo Windows, Nudi Rock, Tank Rock and Whale Rock. The whole place is a delight for the eyes.

 

On a calm day, you can visit the amazing seamount Magic Mountain and experience cruising sharks, schooling fish and mantas cleaning. A truly spectacular dive!

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Farondi / Balbulol

Visit the unique underwater caves at Goa Farondi and hunt for cool pygmy seahorses on the different varieties of sea fans. Nearby in the channel are the current rich pinnacles of the Three Sisters. This area is teeming with life and there is a good chance of seeing a lot of fish action.

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Park Fees: 150.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Harbor Fee: 275.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 4: Boo & Fiabacet

This amazing string of small islands has a colorful array of great dives sites. The signature sites in the area include Boo Windows, Nudi Rock, Tank Rock and Whale Rock. The whole place is a delight for the eyes.

 

On a calm day, you can visit the amazing seamount Magic Mountain and experience cruising sharks, schooling fish and mantas cleaning. A truly spectacular dive!

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Farondi / Balbulol

Visit the unique underwater caves at Goa Farondi and hunt for cool pygmy seahorses on the different varieties of sea fans. Nearby in the channel are the current rich pinnacles of the Three Sisters. This area is teeming with life and there is a good chance of seeing a lot of fish action.

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

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  • Park Fees: 150.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 4: Boo & Fiabacet

This amazing string of small islands has a colorful array of great dives sites. The signature sites in the area include Boo Windows, Nudi Rock, Tank Rock and Whale Rock. The whole place is a delight for the eyes.

 

On a calm day, you can visit the amazing seamount Magic Mountain and experience cruising sharks, schooling fish and mantas cleaning. A truly spectacular dive!

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Farondi / Balbulol

Visit the unique underwater caves at Goa Farondi and hunt for cool pygmy seahorses on the different varieties of sea fans. Nearby in the channel are the current rich pinnacles of the Three Sisters. This area is teeming with life and there is a good chance of seeing a lot of fish action.

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

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  • Park Fees: 150.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 4: Boo & Fiabacet

This amazing string of small islands has a colorful array of great dives sites. The signature sites in the area include Boo Windows, Nudi Rock, Tank Rock and Whale Rock. The whole place is a delight for the eyes.

 

On a calm day, you can visit the amazing seamount Magic Mountain and experience cruising sharks, schooling fish and mantas cleaning. A truly spectacular dive!

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Farondi / Balbulol

Visit the unique underwater caves at Goa Farondi and hunt for cool pygmy seahorses on the different varieties of sea fans. Nearby in the channel are the current rich pinnacles of the Three Sisters. This area is teeming with life and there is a good chance of seeing a lot of fish action.

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Park Fees: 150.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Park Fees: 150.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 4: Boo & Fiabacet

This amazing string of small islands has a colorful array of great dives sites. The signature sites in the area include Boo Windows, Nudi Rock, Tank Rock and Whale Rock. The whole place is a delight for the eyes.

 

On a calm day, you can visit the amazing seamount Magic Mountain and experience cruising sharks, schooling fish and mantas cleaning. A truly spectacular dive!

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Farondi / Balbulol

Visit the unique underwater caves at Goa Farondi and hunt for cool pygmy seahorses on the different varieties of sea fans. Nearby in the channel are the current rich pinnacles of the Three Sisters. This area is teeming with life and there is a good chance of seeing a lot of fish action.

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

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Exclusions

  • Park Fees: 150.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy – Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Aljui Bay

Time to focus on macro on Aljui Bay.

 

Slopes with plenty to look for: fire urchins with shrimps and crabs, nudibranchs. The night dive under the pearl farm pier is one of the best in the area with the possibilities to have encounters with the very elusive walking shark.

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Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 7: Batanta

The last day will be entirely dedicated to “muck diving”. Seahorses, Octopuses, nudibranchs and rhinoplasty are some of the usual suspects we can find here.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Park Fee: 150.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy – Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Aljui Bay

Time to focus on macro on Aljui Bay.

 

Slopes with plenty to look for: fire urchins with shrimps and crabs, nudibranchs. The night dive under the pearl farm pier is one of the best in the area with the possibilities to have encounters with the very elusive walking shark.

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Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 7: Batanta

The last day will be entirely dedicated to “muck diving”. Seahorses, Octopuses, nudibranchs and rhinoplasty are some of the usual suspects we can find here.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Park Fee: 80.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy – Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Aljui Bay

Time to focus on macro on Aljui Bay.

 

Slopes with plenty to look for: fire urchins with shrimps and crabs, nudibranchs. The night dive under the pearl farm pier is one of the best in the area with the possibilities to have encounters with the very elusive walking shark.

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Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 7: Batanta

The last day will be entirely dedicated to “muck diving”. Seahorses, Octopuses, nudibranchs and rhinoplasty are some of the usual suspects we can find here.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Park Fee: 150.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy – Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Aljui Bay

Time to focus on macro on Aljui Bay.

 

Slopes with plenty to look for: fire urchins with shrimps and crabs, nudibranchs. The night dive under the pearl farm pier is one of the best in the area with the possibilities to have encounters with the very elusive walking shark.

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Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 7: Batanta

The last day will be entirely dedicated to “muck diving”. Seahorses, Octopuses, nudibranchs and rhinoplasty are some of the usual suspects we can find here.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Harbor Fee: 154.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy – Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Aljui Bay

Time to focus on macro on Aljui Bay.

 

Slopes with plenty to look for: fire urchins with shrimps and crabs, nudibranchs. The night dive under the pearl farm pier is one of the best in the area with the possibilities to have encounters with the very elusive walking shark.

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Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 7: Batanta

The last day will be entirely dedicated to “muck diving”. Seahorses, Octopuses, nudibranchs and rhinoplasty are some of the usual suspects we can find here.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

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Exclusions

  • Harbor Fee: 154.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy – Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 5: Wayilbatan

The Four Kings is a series of colorful underwater pinnacles that make an amazing dive with plenty of cool fish action. Moving later to a more sheltered spot we are in the vicinity of some great dive spots: drift along the channel at Neptune Fan Sea; explore the wall at Wedding Cake or enjoy the fish action on the ridge at Barracuda Rock.

No. of Dives: 3 or 4

 

Day 6 and 7: Boo & Fiabacet

This amazing string of small islands has a colorful array of great dives sites. The signature sites in the area include Boo Windows, Nudi Rock, Tank Rock and Whale Rock. The whole place is a delight for the eyes.

 

On a calm day, you can visit the amazing seamount Magic Mountain and experience cruising sharks, schooling fish and mantas cleaning. A truly spectacular dive!

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 8: Farondi / Balbulol

Visit the unique underwater caves at Goa Farondi and hunt for cool pygmy seahorses on the different varieties of sea fans. Nearby in the channel are the current rich pinnacles of the Three Sisters. This area is teeming with life and there is a good chance of seeing a lot of fish action.

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

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  • Harbour Fees: 154.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy – Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Aljui Bay

Time to focus on macro on Aljui Bay.

 

Slopes with plenty to look for: fire urchins with shrimps and crabs, nudibranchs. The night dive under the pearl farm pier is one of the best in the area with the possibilities to have encounters with the very elusive walking shark.

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Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 7: Batanta

The last day will be entirely dedicated to “muck diving”. Seahorses, Octopuses, nudibranchs and rhinoplasty are some of the usual suspects we can find here.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

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  • Park Fees: 150.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Park Fees: 150.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy – Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Aljui Bay

Time to focus on macro on Aljui Bay.

 

Slopes with plenty to look for: fire urchins with shrimps and crabs, nudibranchs. The night dive under the pearl farm pier is one of the best in the area with the possibilities to have encounters with the very elusive walking shark.

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Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 7: Batanta

The last day will be entirely dedicated to “muck diving”. Seahorses, Octopuses, nudibranchs and rhinoplasty are some of the usual suspects we can find here.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

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Exclusions

  • Park Fees: 150.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Harbor Fees: 275.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Harbor Fees: 275.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Park Fee: 220.00 USD
  • Harbor Fee: 275.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy – Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Aljui Bay

Time to focus on macro on Aljui Bay.

 

Slopes with plenty to look for: fire urchins with shrimps and crabs, nudibranchs. The night dive under the pearl farm pier is one of the best in the area with the possibilities to have encounters with the very elusive walking shark.

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Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 7: Batanta

The last day will be entirely dedicated to “muck diving”. Seahorses, Octopuses, nudibranchs and rhinoplasty are some of the usual suspects we can find here.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

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Exclusions

  • Harbor Fee: 154.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Harbor Fee: 440.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy – Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Aljui Bay

Time to focus on macro on Aljui Bay.

 

Slopes with plenty to look for: fire urchins with shrimps and crabs, nudibranchs. The night dive under the pearl farm pier is one of the best in the area with the possibilities to have encounters with the very elusive walking shark.

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Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 7: Batanta

The last day will be entirely dedicated to “muck diving”. Seahorses, Octopuses, nudibranchs and rhinoplasty are some of the usual suspects we can find here.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

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Exclusions

  • Harbor Fee: 154.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Park Fees: 150.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy – Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Aljui Bay

Time to focus on macro on Aljui Bay.

 

Slopes with plenty to look for: fire urchins with shrimps and crabs, nudibranchs. The night dive under the pearl farm pier is one of the best in the area with the possibilities to have encounters with the very elusive walking shark.

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Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 7: Batanta

The last day will be entirely dedicated to “muck diving”. Seahorses, Octopuses, nudibranchs and rhinoplasty are some of the usual suspects we can find here.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

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  • Harbor Fee: 154.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Harbour Fee: 280.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Park Fee: 20.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 4: Boo & Fiabacet

This amazing string of small islands has a colorful array of great dives sites. The signature sites in the area include Boo Windows, Nudi Rock, Tank Rock and Whale Rock. The whole place is a delight for the eyes.

 

On a calm day, you can visit the amazing seamount Magic Mountain and experience cruising sharks, schooling fish and mantas cleaning. A truly spectacular dive!

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Farondi / Balbulol

Visit the unique underwater caves at Goa Farondi and hunt for cool pygmy seahorses on the different varieties of sea fans. Nearby in the channel are the current rich pinnacles of the Three Sisters. This area is teeming with life and there is a good chance of seeing a lot of fish action.

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

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Exclusions

  • Harbor Fee: 200.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2 and 3: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Manta Sandy & Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Aljui Bay

Today, we change goals and will be concentrating on macro and cool critters. Some of the signature sites in the bay include the Channel Island, White Arrow and Teardrop Wall. These are great places to see pygmy seahorses, unusual nudis, ghost pipefish. Then spend some time on the mucky sand under Cendana Dock for an amazing night dive.

 

With permission, you will be able to visit the pearl farm in the bay. Not only is this a very educational tour explaining the production of high-quality pearls, but you can also go shopping afterward.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 7: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 8: Wayilbatan

The Four Kings is a series of colorful underwater pinnacles that make an amazing dive with plenty of cool fish action. Moving later to a more sheltered spot we are in the vicinity of some great dive spots: drift along the channel at Neptune Fan Sea; explore the wall at Wedding Cake or enjoy the fish action on the ridge at Barracuda Rock.

No. of Dives: 3 or 4

 

Day 9: Boo & Fiabacet

This amazing string of small islands has a colorful array of great dives sites. The signature sites in the area include Boo Windows, Nudi Rock, Tank Rock and Whale Rock. The whole place is a delight for the eyes.

 

On a calm day, you can visit the amazing seamount Magic Mountain and experience cruising sharks, schooling fish and mantas cleaning. A truly spectacular dive!

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 10: Farondi / Balbulol

Visit the unique underwater caves at Goa Farondi and hunt for cool pygmy seahorses on the different varieties of sea fans. Nearby in the channel are the current rich pinnacles of the Three Sisters. This area is teeming with life and there is a good chance of seeing a lot of fish action.

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 11: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Harbor Fee: 400.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Park Fee: 120.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Park Fee: 30.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Park Fee: 180.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy – Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Aljui Bay

Time to focus on macro on Aljui Bay.

 

Slopes with plenty to look for: fire urchins with shrimps and crabs, nudibranchs. The night dive under the pearl farm pier is one of the best in the area with the possibilities to have encounters with the very elusive walking shark.

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Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 7: Batanta

The last day will be entirely dedicated to “muck diving”. Seahorses, Octopuses, nudibranchs and rhinoplasty are some of the usual suspects we can find here.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Park Fee: 150.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy – Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Aljui Bay

Time to focus on macro on Aljui Bay.

 

Slopes with plenty to look for: fire urchins with shrimps and crabs, nudibranchs. The night dive under the pearl farm pier is one of the best in the area with the possibilities to have encounters with the very elusive walking shark.

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Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 7: Batanta

The last day will be entirely dedicated to “muck diving”. Seahorses, Octopuses, nudibranchs and rhinoplasty are some of the usual suspects we can find here.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Park Fee: 150.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Park Fee: 150.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy – Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Aljui Bay

Time to focus on macro on Aljui Bay.

 

Slopes with plenty to look for: fire urchins with shrimps and crabs, nudibranchs. The night dive under the pearl farm pier is one of the best in the area with the possibilities to have encounters with the very elusive walking shark.

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Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 7: Batanta

The last day will be entirely dedicated to “muck diving”. Seahorses, Octopuses, nudibranchs and rhinoplasty are some of the usual suspects we can find here.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Park Fee: 80.00 USD
  • Harbor Fee: 154.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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Exclusions

  • Park Fee: 160.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Harbor Fee: 480.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy – Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Aljui Bay

Time to focus on macro on Aljui Bay.

 

Slopes with plenty to look for: fire urchins with shrimps and crabs, nudibranchs. The night dive under the pearl farm pier is one of the best in the area with the possibilities to have encounters with the very elusive walking shark.

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Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 7: Batanta

The last day will be entirely dedicated to “muck diving”. Seahorses, Octopuses, nudibranchs and rhinoplasty are some of the usual suspects we can find here.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Harbor Fee: 280.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Harbor Fee: 440.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Harbor Fee: 210.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Harbor Fee: 275.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Harbor Fee: 275.00 USD
Expand/Close
Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2 and 3: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Manta Sandy & Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Aljui Bay

Today, we change goals and will be concentrating on macro and cool critters. Some of the signature sites in the bay include the Channel Island, White Arrow and Teardrop Wall. These are great places to see pygmy seahorses, unusual nudis, ghost pipefish. Then spend some time on the mucky sand under Cendana Dock for an amazing night dive.

 

With permission, you will be able to visit the pearl farm in the bay. Not only is this a very educational tour explaining the production of high-quality pearls, but you can also go shopping afterward.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 7: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 8: Wayilbatan

The Four Kings is a series of colorful underwater pinnacles that make an amazing dive with plenty of cool fish action. Moving later to a more sheltered spot we are in the vicinity of some great dive spots: drift along the channel at Neptune Fan Sea; explore the wall at Wedding Cake or enjoy the fish action on the ridge at Barracuda Rock.

No. of Dives: 3 or 4

 

Day 9 and 10: Boo & Fiabacet

This amazing string of small islands has a colorful array of great dives sites. The signature sites in the area include Boo Windows, Nudi Rock, Tank Rock and Whale Rock. The whole place is a delight for the eyes.

 

On a calm day, you can visit the amazing seamount Magic Mountain and experience cruising sharks, schooling fish and mantas cleaning. A truly spectacular dive!

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 11: Farondi / Balbulol

Visit the unique underwater caves at Goa Farondi and hunt for cool pygmy seahorses on the different varieties of sea fans. Nearby in the channel are the current rich pinnacles of the Three Sisters. This area is teeming with life and there is a good chance of seeing a lot of fish action.

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 12: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Harbor Fee: 440.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Harbor Fee: 175.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Harbor Fee: 175.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2 and 3: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Manta Sandy & Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Aljui Bay

Today, we change goals and will be concentrating on macro and cool critters. Some of the signature sites in the bay include the Channel Island, White Arrow and Teardrop Wall. These are great places to see pygmy seahorses, unusual nudis, ghost pipefish. Then spend some time on the mucky sand under Cendana Dock for an amazing night dive.

 

With permission, you will be able to visit the pearl farm in the bay. Not only is this a very educational tour explaining the production of high-quality pearls, but you can also go shopping afterward.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 7: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 8: Wayilbatan

The Four Kings is a series of colorful underwater pinnacles that make an amazing dive with plenty of cool fish action. Moving later to a more sheltered spot we are in the vicinity of some great dive spots: drift along the channel at Neptune Fan Sea; explore the wall at Wedding Cake or enjoy the fish action on the ridge at Barracuda Rock.

No. of Dives: 3 or 4

 

Day 9: Boo & Fiabacet

This amazing string of small islands has a colorful array of great dives sites. The signature sites in the area include Boo Windows, Nudi Rock, Tank Rock and Whale Rock. The whole place is a delight for the eyes.

 

On a calm day, you can visit the amazing seamount Magic Mountain and experience cruising sharks, schooling fish and mantas cleaning. A truly spectacular dive!

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 10: Farondi / Balbulol

Visit the unique underwater caves at Goa Farondi and hunt for cool pygmy seahorses on the different varieties of sea fans. Nearby in the channel are the current rich pinnacles of the Three Sisters. This area is teeming with life and there is a good chance of seeing a lot of fish action.

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 11: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Harbor Fee: 154.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2 and 3: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Manta Sandy & Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Aljui Bay

Today, we change goals and will be concentrating on macro and cool critters. Some of the signature sites in the bay include the Channel Island, White Arrow and Teardrop Wall. These are great places to see pygmy seahorses, unusual nudis, ghost pipefish. Then spend some time on the mucky sand under Cendana Dock for an amazing night dive.

 

With permission, you will be able to visit the pearl farm in the bay. Not only is this a very educational tour explaining the production of high-quality pearls, but you can also go shopping afterward.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 7: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 8: Wayilbatan

The Four Kings is a series of colorful underwater pinnacles that make an amazing dive with plenty of cool fish action. Moving later to a more sheltered spot we are in the vicinity of some great dive spots: drift along the channel at Neptune Fan Sea; explore the wall at Wedding Cake or enjoy the fish action on the ridge at Barracuda Rock.

No. of Dives: 3 or 4

 

Day 9 and 10: Boo & Fiabacet

This amazing string of small islands has a colorful array of great dives sites. The signature sites in the area include Boo Windows, Nudi Rock, Tank Rock and Whale Rock. The whole place is a delight for the eyes.

 

On a calm day, you can visit the amazing seamount Magic Mountain and experience cruising sharks, schooling fish and mantas cleaning. A truly spectacular dive!

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 11: Farondi / Balbulol

Visit the unique underwater caves at Goa Farondi and hunt for cool pygmy seahorses on the different varieties of sea fans. Nearby in the channel are the current rich pinnacles of the Three Sisters. This area is teeming with life and there is a good chance of seeing a lot of fish action.

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 12: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Harbor Fee: 440.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy – Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Aljui Bay

Time to focus on macro on Aljui Bay.

 

Slopes with plenty to look for: fire urchins with shrimps and crabs, nudibranchs. The night dive under the pearl farm pier is one of the best in the area with the possibilities to have encounters with the very elusive walking shark.

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Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 7: Batanta

The last day will be entirely dedicated to “muck diving”. Seahorses, Octopuses, nudibranchs and rhinoplasty are some of the usual suspects we can find here.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Harbor Fee: 280.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy – Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Aljui Bay

Time to focus on macro on Aljui Bay.

 

Slopes with plenty to look for: fire urchins with shrimps and crabs, nudibranchs. The night dive under the pearl farm pier is one of the best in the area with the possibilities to have encounters with the very elusive walking shark.

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Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 7: Batanta

The last day will be entirely dedicated to “muck diving”. Seahorses, Octopuses, nudibranchs and rhinoplasty are some of the usual suspects we can find here.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Harbor Fee: 280.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

Start your trip in Raja Ampat, center of marine biodiversity in the world. Go through the Banda Sea and its chain of islands where he spices trade took place: sheer walls, and unique encounters. Do some critter hunting in the world class muck diving destination of Ambon Harbour. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy & Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 4: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 5: Farondi / Balbulol

Visit the unique underwater caves at Goa Farondi and hunt for cool pygmy seahorses on the different varieties of sea fans. Nearby in the channel are the current rich pinnacles of the Three Sisters. This area is teeming with life and there is a good chance of seeing a lot of fish action.

No. of Dives: 3

 

Day 6: Boo & Fiabacet

This amazing string of small islands has a colorful array of great dives sites. The signature sites in the area include Boo Windows, Nudi Rock, Tank Rock and Whale Rock. The whole place is a delight for the eyes.

 

On a calm day, you can visit the amazing seamount Magic Mountain and experience cruising sharks, schooling fish and mantas cleaning. A truly spectacular dive!

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 7: Wayilbatan

The Four Kings is a series of colorful underwater pinnacles that make an amazing dive with plenty of cool fish action. Moving later to a more sheltered spot we are in the vicinity of some great dive spots: drift along the channel at Neptune Fan Sea; explore the wall at Wedding Cake or enjoy the fish action on the ridge at Barracuda Rock.

No. of Dives: 3 or 4

 

Day 8: Koon

At the far eastern end of Seram there is the island of Koon. There is only a single dive site, but it is well worth diving it twice. Too Many Fish! is a sloping reef that drops off into the deep and there are plenty of pelagic hanging around here; giant trevally and large tunas come in to feed, schools of snapper and barracuda hang off the drop-off. There are some cool coral heads in the shallows to explore at the end of the dive. After the second dive, we will move towards the center of the Spice Island trade: Banda

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 9: Banda Neira

Spend some quality time around the Spice Islands in the shadow of Gunung Api volcano. There is a selection of unique dive sites including the hard coral at Lava Flow and the very fishy underwater pinnacles at Batu Kapal. 

 

Tour the island in the afternoon, visit its historical buildings, Banda was the center of the spice trade and of capital importance at the time. Late in the afternoon, we will go back in the water for a world-class mandarin dive experience.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 10: Nusa Laut

There are two distinct dive sites at Nusa Laut. Akon Wall is a beautiful drop off with a natural limestone swim through in the wall. There are clouds of colorful Anthias and Damselfish hanging off the wall. Amed Slope is a sloping reef with excellent hard corals and schooling fish.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 11: Ambon Harbour

Finish the trip with some world-class muck diving in Ambon Harbour. An excellent place to hunt down some unusual critters of all shapes and sizes.

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 12: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Ambon and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

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Exclusions

  • Harbor Fee: 440.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Harbor Fee: 400.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Harbor Fee: 330.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Harbor Fee: 330.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Harbor Fee: 330.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Harbor Fee: 440.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy – Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Aljui Bay

Time to focus on macro on Aljui Bay.

 

Slopes with plenty to look for: fire urchins with shrimps and crabs, nudibranchs. The night dive under the pearl farm pier is one of the best in the area with the possibilities to have encounters with the very elusive walking shark.

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Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 7: Batanta

The last day will be entirely dedicated to “muck diving”. Seahorses, Octopuses, nudibranchs and rhinoplasty are some of the usual suspects we can find here.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

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Exclusions

  • Harbor Fee: 280.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Harbor Fee: 154.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy – Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Aljui Bay

Time to focus on macro on Aljui Bay.

 

Slopes with plenty to look for: fire urchins with shrimps and crabs, nudibranchs. The night dive under the pearl farm pier is one of the best in the area with the possibilities to have encounters with the very elusive walking shark.

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Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 7: Batanta

The last day will be entirely dedicated to “muck diving”. Seahorses, Octopuses, nudibranchs and rhinoplasty are some of the usual suspects we can find here.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

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Exclusions

  • Harbor Fee: 280.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy – Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Aljui Bay

Time to focus on macro on Aljui Bay.

 

Slopes with plenty to look for: fire urchins with shrimps and crabs, nudibranchs. The night dive under the pearl farm pier is one of the best in the area with the possibilities to have encounters with the very elusive walking shark.

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Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 7: Batanta

The last day will be entirely dedicated to “muck diving”. Seahorses, Octopuses, nudibranchs and rhinoplasty are some of the usual suspects we can find here.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Harbor Fee: 280.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Harbor Fee: 480.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Harbor Fee: 280.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Harbor Fee: 280.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Harbor Fee: 480.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy – Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Aljui Bay

Time to focus on macro on Aljui Bay.

 

Slopes with plenty to look for: fire urchins with shrimps and crabs, nudibranchs. The night dive under the pearl farm pier is one of the best in the area with the possibilities to have encounters with the very elusive walking shark.

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Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 7: Batanta

The last day will be entirely dedicated to “muck diving”. Seahorses, Octopuses, nudibranchs and rhinoplasty are some of the usual suspects we can find here.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Harbor Fee: 280.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Harbor Fee: 440.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Harbor Fee: 330.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Harbor Fee: 330.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Harbor Fee: 275.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Harbor Fee: 440.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Harbor Fee: 420.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Harbor Fee: 210.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Harbor Fee: 330.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Harbor Fee: 275.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Harbor Fee: 440.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Harbor Fee: 400.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Harbor Fee: 210.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy – Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Aljui Bay

Time to focus on macro on Aljui Bay.

 

Slopes with plenty to look for: fire urchins with shrimps and crabs, nudibranchs. The night dive under the pearl farm pier is one of the best in the area with the possibilities to have encounters with the very elusive walking shark.

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Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 7: Batanta

The last day will be entirely dedicated to “muck diving”. Seahorses, Octopuses, nudibranchs and rhinoplasty are some of the usual suspects we can find here.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Park Fee: 150.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy – Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Aljui Bay

Time to focus on macro on Aljui Bay.

 

Slopes with plenty to look for: fire urchins with shrimps and crabs, nudibranchs. The night dive under the pearl farm pier is one of the best in the area with the possibilities to have encounters with the very elusive walking shark.

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Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 7: Batanta

The last day will be entirely dedicated to “muck diving”. Seahorses, Octopuses, nudibranchs and rhinoplasty are some of the usual suspects we can find here.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

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Exclusions

  • Park Fee: 150.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2 and 3: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Manta Sandy & Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Aljui Bay

Today, we change goals and will be concentrating on macro and cool critters. Some of the signature sites in the bay include the Channel Island, White Arrow and Teardrop Wall. These are great places to see pygmy seahorses, unusual nudis, ghost pipefish. Then spend some time on the mucky sand under Cendana Dock for an amazing night dive.

 

With permission, you will be able to visit the pearl farm in the bay. Not only is this a very educational tour explaining the production of high-quality pearls, but you can also go shopping afterward.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 7: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 8: Wayilbatan

The Four Kings is a series of colorful underwater pinnacles that make an amazing dive with plenty of cool fish action. Moving later to a more sheltered spot we are in the vicinity of some great dive spots: drift along the channel at Neptune Fan Sea; explore the wall at Wedding Cake or enjoy the fish action on the ridge at Barracuda Rock.

No. of Dives: 3 or 4

 

Day 9 and 10: Boo & Fiabacet

This amazing string of small islands has a colorful array of great dives sites. The signature sites in the area include Boo Windows, Nudi Rock, Tank Rock and Whale Rock. The whole place is a delight for the eyes.

 

On a calm day, you can visit the amazing seamount Magic Mountain and experience cruising sharks, schooling fish and mantas cleaning. A truly spectacular dive!

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 11: Farondi / Balbulol

Visit the unique underwater caves at Goa Farondi and hunt for cool pygmy seahorses on the different varieties of sea fans. Nearby in the channel are the current rich pinnacles of the Three Sisters. This area is teeming with life and there is a good chance of seeing a lot of fish action.

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 12: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Harbor Fee: 242.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Park Fee: 150.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Harbour Fees: 175.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2 and 3: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Manta Sandy & Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Aljui Bay

Today, we change goals and will be concentrating on macro and cool critters. Some of the signature sites in the bay include the Channel Island, White Arrow and Teardrop Wall. These are great places to see pygmy seahorses, unusual nudis, ghost pipefish. Then spend some time on the mucky sand under Cendana Dock for an amazing night dive.

 

With permission, you will be able to visit the pearl farm in the bay. Not only is this a very educational tour explaining the production of high-quality pearls, but you can also go shopping afterward.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 7: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 8: Wayilbatan

The Four Kings is a series of colorful underwater pinnacles that make an amazing dive with plenty of cool fish action. Moving later to a more sheltered spot we are in the vicinity of some great dive spots: drift along the channel at Neptune Fan Sea; explore the wall at Wedding Cake or enjoy the fish action on the ridge at Barracuda Rock.

No. of Dives: 3 or 4

 

Day 9 and 10: Boo & Fiabacet

This amazing string of small islands has a colorful array of great dives sites. The signature sites in the area include Boo Windows, Nudi Rock, Tank Rock and Whale Rock. The whole place is a delight for the eyes.

 

On a calm day, you can visit the amazing seamount Magic Mountain and experience cruising sharks, schooling fish and mantas cleaning. A truly spectacular dive!

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 11: Farondi / Balbulol

Visit the unique underwater caves at Goa Farondi and hunt for cool pygmy seahorses on the different varieties of sea fans. Nearby in the channel are the current rich pinnacles of the Three Sisters. This area is teeming with life and there is a good chance of seeing a lot of fish action.

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 12: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

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  • Harbour Fees: 440.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Harbour Fees: 440.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Harbour Fees: 330.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Harbour Fees: 300.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Harbour Fees: 440.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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Exclusions

  • Harbour Fees: 210.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Harbour Fees: 330.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Harbour Fees: 210.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy – Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Aljui Bay

Time to focus on macro on Aljui Bay.

 

Slopes with plenty to look for: fire urchins with shrimps and crabs, nudibranchs. The night dive under the pearl farm pier is one of the best in the area with the possibilities to have encounters with the very elusive walking shark.

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Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 7: Batanta

The last day will be entirely dedicated to “muck diving”. Seahorses, Octopuses, nudibranchs and rhinoplasty are some of the usual suspects we can find here.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Park Fees: 150.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Harbour Fees: 330.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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Exclusions

  • Harbour Fees: 330.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Harbour Fees: 210.00 USD
Expand/Close
Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Harbour Fees: 440.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Harbour Fees: 440.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Harbour Fees: 480.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Harbour Fees: 280.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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Exclusions

  • Harbour Fees: 280.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Harbour Fees: 440.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

Start your trip to Raja Ampat, the center of marine biodiversity in the world. Visit the colorful reefs which are fed by the nutrient-rich waters from the rivers producing huge fields of soft corals, giant sea fans and clouds of planktonic feeding fishes of Triton Bay. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end of the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy & Arborek

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Arborek Jetty is part of a sloping reef in front of the island. There are schools of fish, excellent wide-angle photo opportunities under the jetty itself and good critter hunting to be done along the slopes.

 

In the late afternoon take a stroll around the village on the island and maybe join one of their soccer matches or buy a locally made sunhat.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 5: Farondi

Early morning visit to the cave of Tamulol a large cave where we can snorkel. Easy for all ages. Nearby, we will attempt to look into the jellyfish lake, as this is very dependable on the village mood.

 

Afternoon diving in 3 sisters, a dive where sift corals are at its best, and we have chanced to see Mobula rays hunting. sunset lagoon tour on the tender boats.

No. of Dives: 2 with cave visit / 4 without cave visit

Day 6: Boo & Fiabacet

This amazing string of small islands has a colorful array of great dives sites. The signature sites in the area include Boo Windows, Nudi Rock, Tank Rock and Whale Rock. The whole place is a delight for the eyes.

 

On a calm day, you can visit the amazing seamount Magic Mountain and experience cruising sharks, schooling fish and mantas cleaning. A truly spectacular dive!

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 7: Pulau Pisang

A chain of islands between Raja Ampat and Triton Bay has some excellent diving The dive site called the Dome is a seamount in the channel with good fish action; bannerfish, snappers and batfish as well as a chance to hunt for macro. Their hammerhead-shaped reef is called T-Bone and the site is covered in large colorful sponges in yellow and purple and blue. Keep your eyes open for passing sharks and eagle rays. 

 

Long Crossing to Momon.

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 8: Momon

On the way south we will stop at Mommon. There is an excellent macro dive at Tanjung Wap with decorated dartfish in shallow water, the potential for pygmy seahorses and a large swim through to explore. The seamount west of Momon has accelerating diving, schooling fish and chances for mantas.

 

Also, a visit to the waterfall at Momon. We can take the tender boats into the shore where the waterfalls directly into the sea. A perfect opportunity for a photo and you can even swim behind the falls.

 

Long Crossing to Triton Bay.

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 9, 10 and 11: Triton Bay

The unique location of Triton Bay with its current rich straits has many beautiful dive sites located around the islands of Aiduma and Namatote. Triton Bay is famous for its kaleidoscope of colors along the reef at Signature sites like Little Komodo.

 

There is the opportunity to see endemic species like the Flasher Wrasse at Flasher Beach or Leopard Anemone Shrimp at Namatote Wall or a Thin Line Wobbegong hiding under a table coral. Also recently discovered in the area are some interesting locations for macro sites with exciting and unusual nudibranchs. There may be a chance to encounter whale sharks while in the area.

 

Enjoy a great swim through under the island at another soft coral covered Signature Site, Boo’s Rainbow. For schooling fish action and more colorful reefs check out Larry’s Dive Heaven on the outside of Aiduma island.

No. of Dives: Unlimited dive and Snorkelling at the Bagan + 1 Night Dive (if there’s Whale Shark) or else 4 dives/day (day 9 & 10) and 2 dives (day 11)

 

Day 12: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Kaimana and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

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  • Harbour Fees: 440.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

Visit the colorful reefs which are fed by the nutrient-rich waters from the rivers producing huge fields of soft corals, giant sea fans and clouds of planktonic feeding fishes of Triton Bay. Go through the Banda Sea and its chain of islands where he spices trade took place: sheer walls, and unique encounters. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive at Kaimana

Guests will arrive in Kaimana and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai I will travel about 4 hours down to the area of Triton Bay.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2 and 3: Triton Bay

The unique location of Triton Bay with its current rich straits has many beautiful dive sites located around the islands of Aiduma and Namatote. Triton Bay is famous for its kaleidoscope of colors along the reef at Signature sites like Little Komodo.

 

There is the opportunity to see endemic species like the Flasher Wrasse at Flasher Beach or Leopard Anemone Shrimp at Namatote Wall or a Thin Line Wobbegong hiding under a table coral. Also recently discovered in the area are some interesting locations for macro sites with exciting and unusual nudibranchs. There may be a chance to encounter whale sharks while in the area.

 

Enjoy a great swim through under the island at another soft coral covered Signature Site, Boo’s Rainbow. For schooling fish action and more colorful reefs check out Larry’s Dive Heaven on the outside of Aiduma island.

No. of Dives: Unlimited dive and Snorkelling at the Bagan + 1 Night Dive (if there’s Whale Shark) or else 4 dives/day

 

Day 4: Momon

We head up the coast of Papua to Mommon. Starting in the south we can dive on the Channel Islands and then enjoy an excellent macro dive at Tanjung Wap with decorated dartfish in shallow water, the potential for pygmy seahorses and a large swim through to explore.

 

Moving a little north, we dive on a large seamount before heading into the shore to the waterfall at Momon. We can take the tender boats into the shore where the waterfalls directly into the sea. A perfect opportunity for a photo and you can even swim behind the falls.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Bui

Just north of Kei, we have the long line of Watubela islands with some great diving off the east side. We have two extensive seamounts, Ultima Frontera and Gunung Laut, to explore with schools of fish, excellent hard coral coverage, huge sponges, black-spotted morays and passing pelagics.

No. of Dives: 3

 

Day 6 and 7: Nils Desperandum & Sika

The best place in Indonesia to have a chance to spot a school of hammerheads. An atoll with walls all around it, large pelagic patrol the reefs, and the ridges in the corners are timing with life, schooling fish, large barrel sponges and fans. Great diving experience.

No. of Dives: 4/day

 

Day 8: Manuk

The island of the snakes is a smoking volcano in the middle of the Banda Sea. There is the opportunity to see both Olive Sea Snakes and the more common Banded Sea Krait which can lead to quite an exhilarating dive. There are a couple of Mobula Ray cleaning stations nestled in the black sand shallows and always the possibility of cruising sharks.

No. of Dives: 3

 

Day 9 and 10: Banda Neira

Spend some quality time around the Spice Islands in the shadow of Gunung Api volcano. There is a selection of unique dive sites including the hard coral at Lava Flow and the very fishy underwater pinnacles at Batu Kapal.

 

Tour the island in the afternoon, visit its historical buildings, Banda was the center of the spice trade and of capital importance at the time. Late in the afternoon, we will go back in the water for a world-class mandarin dive experience.

No. of Dives: 4/day

 

Day 10: Nusa Laut

There are two distinct dive sites at Nusa Laut. Akon Wall is a beautiful drop off with a natural limestone swim through in the wall. There are clouds of colorful Anthias and Damselfish hanging off the wall. Amed Slope is a sloping reef with excellent hard corals and schooling fish.

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 12: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Ambon and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board

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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy – Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Aljui Bay

Time to focus on macro on Aljui Bay.

 

Slopes with plenty to look for: fire urchins with shrimps and crabs, nudibranchs. The night dive under the pearl farm pier is one of the best in the area with the possibilities to have encounters with the very elusive walking shark.

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Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 7: Batanta

The last day will be entirely dedicated to “muck diving”. Seahorses, Octopuses, nudibranchs and rhinoplasty are some of the usual suspects we can find here.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

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  • Harbor Fee: 154.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Harbour Fees: 560.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Harbour Fees: 360.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Harbour Fees: 440.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

Start your trip to Raja Ampat, the center of marine biodiversity in the world. Visit the colorful reefs which are fed by the nutrient-rich waters from the rivers producing huge fields of soft corals, giant sea fans and clouds of planktonic feeding fishes of Triton Bay. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end of the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy & Arborek

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Arborek Jetty is part of a sloping reef in front of the island. There are schools of fish, excellent wide-angle photo opportunities under the jetty itself and good critter hunting to be done along the slopes.

 

In the late afternoon take a stroll around the village on the island and maybe join one of their soccer matches or buy a locally made sunhat.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 5: Farondi

Early morning visit to the cave of Tamulol a large cave where we can snorkel. Easy for all ages. Nearby, we will attempt to look into the jellyfish lake, as this is very dependable on the village mood.

 

Afternoon diving in 3 sisters, a dive where sift corals are at its best, and we have chanced to see Mobula rays hunting. sunset lagoon tour on the tender boats.

No. of Dives: 2 with cave visit / 4 without cave visit

Day 6: Boo & Fiabacet

This amazing string of small islands has a colorful array of great dives sites. The signature sites in the area include Boo Windows, Nudi Rock, Tank Rock and Whale Rock. The whole place is a delight for the eyes.

 

On a calm day, you can visit the amazing seamount Magic Mountain and experience cruising sharks, schooling fish and mantas cleaning. A truly spectacular dive!

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 7: Pulau Pisang

A chain of islands between Raja Ampat and Triton Bay has some excellent diving The dive site called the Dome is a seamount in the channel with good fish action; bannerfish, snappers and batfish as well as a chance to hunt for macro. Their hammerhead-shaped reef is called T-Bone and the site is covered in large colorful sponges in yellow and purple and blue. Keep your eyes open for passing sharks and eagle rays. 

 

Long Crossing to Momon.

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 8: Momon

On the way south we will stop at Mommon. There is an excellent macro dive at Tanjung Wap with decorated dartfish in shallow water, the potential for pygmy seahorses and a large swim through to explore. The seamount west of Momon has accelerating diving, schooling fish and chances for mantas.

 

Also, a visit to the waterfall at Momon. We can take the tender boats into the shore where the waterfalls directly into the sea. A perfect opportunity for a photo and you can even swim behind the falls.

 

Long Crossing to Triton Bay.

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 9, 10 and 11: Triton Bay

The unique location of Triton Bay with its current rich straits has many beautiful dive sites located around the islands of Aiduma and Namatote. Triton Bay is famous for its kaleidoscope of colors along the reef at Signature sites like Little Komodo.

 

There is the opportunity to see endemic species like the Flasher Wrasse at Flasher Beach or Leopard Anemone Shrimp at Namatote Wall or a Thin Line Wobbegong hiding under a table coral. Also recently discovered in the area are some interesting locations for macro sites with exciting and unusual nudibranchs. There may be a chance to encounter whale sharks while in the area.

 

Enjoy a great swim through under the island at another soft coral covered Signature Site, Boo’s Rainbow. For schooling fish action and more colorful reefs check out Larry’s Dive Heaven on the outside of Aiduma island.

No. of Dives: Unlimited dive and Snorkelling at the Bagan + 1 Night Dive (if there’s Whale Shark) or else 4 dives/day (day 9 & 10) and 2 dives (day 11)

 

Day 12: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Kaimana and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

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  • Harbour Fees: 440.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

Visit the colorful reefs which are fed by the nutrient-rich waters from the rivers producing huge fields of soft corals, giant sea fans and clouds of planktonic feeding fishes of Triton Bay. Dive in the incredibly rich waters and the area is typified by crystal clear water, deep walls and pinnacles, awesome overhangs and swim-throughs, beautiful pristine corals, huge barrel sponges and large schools of fish of the Forgotten Islands. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive at Kaimana

Guests will arrive in Kaimana and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai I will travel about 4 hours down to the area of Triton Bay.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2 and 3: Triton Bay

The unique location of Triton Bay with its current rich straits has many beautiful dive sites located around the islands of Aiduma and Namatote. Triton Bay is famous for its kaleidoscope of colors along the reef at Signature sites like Little Komodo.

 

There is the opportunity to see endemic species like the Flasher Wrasse at Flasher Beach or Leopard Anemone Shrimp at Namatote Wall or a Thin Line Wobbegong hiding under a table coral. Also recently discovered in the area are some interesting locations for macro sites with exciting and unusual nudibranchs. There may be a chance to encounter whale sharks while in the area.

 

Enjoy a great swim through under the island at another soft coral covered Signature Site, Boo’s Rainbow. For schooling fish action and more colorful reefs check out Larry’s Dive Heaven on the outside of Aiduma island.

No. of Dives: Unlimited dive and Snorkelling at the Bagan + 1 Night Dive (if there’s Whale Shark) or else 4 dives/day

 

Day 4 and 5: Momon

We head up the coast of Papua to Mommon. Starting in the south we can dive on the Channel Islands and then enjoy an excellent macro dive at Tanjung Wap with decorated dartfish in shallow water, the potential for pygmy seahorses and a large swim through to explore.

 

Moving a little north, we dive on a large seamount before heading into the shore to the waterfall at Momon. We can take the tender boats into the shore where the waterfalls directly into the sea. A perfect opportunity for a photo and you can even swim behind the falls.

No. of Dives: 4/day

 

Day 6: Bui

Just north of Kei, we have the long line of Watubela islands with some great diving off the east side. We have two extensive seamounts, Ultima Frontera and Gunung Laut, to explore with schools of fish, excellent hard coral coverage, huge sponges, black-spotted morays and passing pelagics.

No. of Dives: 3

 

Day 7: Manuk

The island of the snakes is a smoking volcano in the middle of the Banda Sea. There is the opportunity to see both Olive Sea Snakes and the more common Banded Sea Krait which can lead to quite an exhilarating dive. There are a couple of Mobula Ray cleaning stations nestled in the black sand shallows and always the possibility of cruising sharks.

No. of Dives: 3

 

Day 8 and 9: Nils Desperandum & Sika

The best place in Indonesia to have a chance to spot a school of hammerheads. An atoll with walls all around it, large pelagic patrol the reefs, and the ridges in the corners are timing with life, schooling fish, large barrel sponges and fans. Great diving experience.

No. of Dives: 4/day

 

Day 10: Dai

Tertuti Wall is a beautiful wall carpeted in vibrant orange and yellow soft corals and huge sea fans. There are schools of butterflyfish and anthias hanging just off the wall and larger schools further out. With plenty of ledges and overhangs to make the dive interesting, there is even an arch for photo opportunities.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 11: Dawera

Some of the healthiest and balanced coral reef. Abundant life consists of a school of bigeye trevally, fusiliers, enormous Napoleon Wrasse, patrolling Dogtooth Tuna and a series of Sharks. A perfect way to complete the trip with the last 2 dives here to enjoy the beautiful reef and amazing fish life.

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 12: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Saumlaki and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board

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Exclusions

  • Harbour Fees: 440.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Harbour Fees: 440.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Harbour Fees: 330.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Harbour Fees: 275.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy – Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Aljui Bay

Time to focus on macro on Aljui Bay.

 

Slopes with plenty to look for: fire urchins with shrimps and crabs, nudibranchs. The night dive under the pearl farm pier is one of the best in the area with the possibilities to have encounters with the very elusive walking shark.

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Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 7: Batanta

The last day will be entirely dedicated to “muck diving”. Seahorses, Octopuses, nudibranchs and rhinoplasty are some of the usual suspects we can find here.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Harbor Fee: 280.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy – Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 5: Wayilbatan

The Four Kings is a series of colorful underwater pinnacles that make an amazing dive with plenty of cool fish action. Moving later to a more sheltered spot we are in the vicinity of some great dive spots: drift along the channel at Neptune Fan Sea; explore the wall at Wedding Cake or enjoy the fish action on the ridge at Barracuda Rock.

No. of Dives: 3 or 4

 

Day 6 and 7: Boo & Fiabacet

This amazing string of small islands has a colorful array of great dives sites. The signature sites in the area include Boo Windows, Nudi Rock, Tank Rock and Whale Rock. The whole place is a delight for the eyes.

 

On a calm day, you can visit the amazing seamount Magic Mountain and experience cruising sharks, schooling fish and mantas cleaning. A truly spectacular dive!

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 8: Farondi / Balbulol

Visit the unique underwater caves at Goa Farondi and hunt for cool pygmy seahorses on the different varieties of sea fans. Nearby in the channel are the current rich pinnacles of the Three Sisters. This area is teeming with life and there is a good chance of seeing a lot of fish action.

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Harbor Fee: 280.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy – Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Aljui Bay

Time to focus on macro on Aljui Bay.

 

Slopes with plenty to look for: fire urchins with shrimps and crabs, nudibranchs. The night dive under the pearl farm pier is one of the best in the area with the possibilities to have encounters with the very elusive walking shark.

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Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 7: Batanta

The last day will be entirely dedicated to “muck diving”. Seahorses, Octopuses, nudibranchs and rhinoplasty are some of the usual suspects we can find here.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

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Exclusions

  • Harbor Fee: 154.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy – Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Aljui Bay

Time to focus on macro on Aljui Bay.

 

Slopes with plenty to look for: fire urchins with shrimps and crabs, nudibranchs. The night dive under the pearl farm pier is one of the best in the area with the possibilities to have encounters with the very elusive walking shark.

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Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 7: Batanta

The last day will be entirely dedicated to “muck diving”. Seahorses, Octopuses, nudibranchs and rhinoplasty are some of the usual suspects we can find here.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

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Exclusions

  • Harbor Fee: 280.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy – Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Aljui Bay

Time to focus on macro on Aljui Bay.

 

Slopes with plenty to look for: fire urchins with shrimps and crabs, nudibranchs. The night dive under the pearl farm pier is one of the best in the area with the possibilities to have encounters with the very elusive walking shark.

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Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 7: Batanta

The last day will be entirely dedicated to “muck diving”. Seahorses, Octopuses, nudibranchs and rhinoplasty are some of the usual suspects we can find here.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

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Exclusions

  • Harbor Fee: 280.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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Exclusions

  • Harbour Fees: 210.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2 and 3: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Manta Sandy & Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Aljui Bay

Today, we change goals and will be concentrating on macro and cool critters. Some of the signature sites in the bay include the Channel Island, White Arrow and Teardrop Wall. These are great places to see pygmy seahorses, unusual nudis, ghost pipefish. Then spend some time on the mucky sand under Cendana Dock for an amazing night dive.

 

With permission, you will be able to visit the pearl farm in the bay. Not only is this a very educational tour explaining the production of high-quality pearls, but you can also go shopping afterward.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 7: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 8: Wayilbatan

The Four Kings is a series of colorful underwater pinnacles that make an amazing dive with plenty of cool fish action. Moving later to a more sheltered spot we are in the vicinity of some great dive spots: drift along the channel at Neptune Fan Sea; explore the wall at Wedding Cake or enjoy the fish action on the ridge at Barracuda Rock.

No. of Dives: 3 or 4

 

Day 9: Boo & Fiabacet

This amazing string of small islands has a colorful array of great dives sites. The signature sites in the area include Boo Windows, Nudi Rock, Tank Rock and Whale Rock. The whole place is a delight for the eyes.

 

On a calm day, you can visit the amazing seamount Magic Mountain and experience cruising sharks, schooling fish and mantas cleaning. A truly spectacular dive!

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 10: Farondi / Balbulol

Visit the unique underwater caves at Goa Farondi and hunt for cool pygmy seahorses on the different varieties of sea fans. Nearby in the channel are the current rich pinnacles of the Three Sisters. This area is teeming with life and there is a good chance of seeing a lot of fish action.

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 11: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Harbor Fee: 280.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2 and 3: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Manta Sandy & Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Aljui Bay

Today, we change goals and will be concentrating on macro and cool critters. Some of the signature sites in the bay include the Channel Island, White Arrow and Teardrop Wall. These are great places to see pygmy seahorses, unusual nudis, ghost pipefish. Then spend some time on the mucky sand under Cendana Dock for an amazing night dive.

 

With permission, you will be able to visit the pearl farm in the bay. Not only is this a very educational tour explaining the production of high-quality pearls, but you can also go shopping afterward.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 7: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 8: Wayilbatan

The Four Kings is a series of colorful underwater pinnacles that make an amazing dive with plenty of cool fish action. Moving later to a more sheltered spot we are in the vicinity of some great dive spots: drift along the channel at Neptune Fan Sea; explore the wall at Wedding Cake or enjoy the fish action on the ridge at Barracuda Rock.

No. of Dives: 3 or 4

 

Day 9 and 10: Boo & Fiabacet

This amazing string of small islands has a colorful array of great dives sites. The signature sites in the area include Boo Windows, Nudi Rock, Tank Rock and Whale Rock. The whole place is a delight for the eyes.

 

On a calm day, you can visit the amazing seamount Magic Mountain and experience cruising sharks, schooling fish and mantas cleaning. A truly spectacular dive!

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 11: Farondi / Balbulol

Visit the unique underwater caves at Goa Farondi and hunt for cool pygmy seahorses on the different varieties of sea fans. Nearby in the channel are the current rich pinnacles of the Three Sisters. This area is teeming with life and there is a good chance of seeing a lot of fish action.

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 12: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Park Fees: 150.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy – Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Aljui Bay

Time to focus on macro on Aljui Bay.

 

Slopes with plenty to look for: fire urchins with shrimps and crabs, nudibranchs. The night dive under the pearl farm pier is one of the best in the area with the possibilities to have encounters with the very elusive walking shark.

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Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 7: Batanta

The last day will be entirely dedicated to “muck diving”. Seahorses, Octopuses, nudibranchs and rhinoplasty are some of the usual suspects we can find here.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

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  • Park Fees: 150.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

Start your trip to Raja Ampat, the center of marine biodiversity in the world. Visit the colorful reefs which are fed by the nutrient-rich waters from the rivers producing huge fields of soft corals, giant sea fans and clouds of planktonic feeding fishes of Triton Bay. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end of the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy & Arborek

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Arborek Jetty is part of a sloping reef in front of the island. There are schools of fish, excellent wide-angle photo opportunities under the jetty itself and good critter hunting to be done along the slopes.

 

In the late afternoon take a stroll around the village on the island and maybe join one of their soccer matches or buy a locally made sunhat.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 5: Farondi

Early morning visit to the cave of Tamulol a large cave where we can snorkel. Easy for all ages. Nearby, we will attempt to look into the jellyfish lake, as this is very dependable on the village mood.

 

Afternoon diving in 3 sisters, a dive where sift corals are at its best, and we have chanced to see Mobula rays hunting. sunset lagoon tour on the tender boats.

No. of Dives: 2 with cave visit / 4 without cave visit

Day 6: Boo & Fiabacet

This amazing string of small islands has a colorful array of great dives sites. The signature sites in the area include Boo Windows, Nudi Rock, Tank Rock and Whale Rock. The whole place is a delight for the eyes.

 

On a calm day, you can visit the amazing seamount Magic Mountain and experience cruising sharks, schooling fish and mantas cleaning. A truly spectacular dive!

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 7: Pulau Pisang

A chain of islands between Raja Ampat and Triton Bay has some excellent diving The dive site called the Dome is a seamount in the channel with good fish action; bannerfish, snappers and batfish as well as a chance to hunt for macro. Their hammerhead-shaped reef is called T-Bone and the site is covered in large colorful sponges in yellow and purple and blue. Keep your eyes open for passing sharks and eagle rays. 

 

Long Crossing to Momon.

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 8: Momon

On the way south we will stop at Mommon. There is an excellent macro dive at Tanjung Wap with decorated dartfish in shallow water, the potential for pygmy seahorses and a large swim through to explore. The seamount west of Momon has accelerating diving, schooling fish and chances for mantas.

 

Also, a visit to the waterfall at Momon. We can take the tender boats into the shore where the waterfalls directly into the sea. A perfect opportunity for a photo and you can even swim behind the falls.

 

Long Crossing to Triton Bay.

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 9, 10 and 11: Triton Bay

The unique location of Triton Bay with its current rich straits has many beautiful dive sites located around the islands of Aiduma and Namatote. Triton Bay is famous for its kaleidoscope of colors along the reef at Signature sites like Little Komodo.

 

There is the opportunity to see endemic species like the Flasher Wrasse at Flasher Beach or Leopard Anemone Shrimp at Namatote Wall or a Thin Line Wobbegong hiding under a table coral. Also recently discovered in the area are some interesting locations for macro sites with exciting and unusual nudibranchs. There may be a chance to encounter whale sharks while in the area.

 

Enjoy a great swim through under the island at another soft coral covered Signature Site, Boo’s Rainbow. For schooling fish action and more colorful reefs check out Larry’s Dive Heaven on the outside of Aiduma island.

No. of Dives: Unlimited dive and Snorkelling at the Bagan + 1 Night Dive (if there’s Whale Shark) or else 4 dives/day (day 9 & 10) and 2 dives (day 11)

 

Day 12: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Kaimana and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

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  • Park Fees: 285.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Park Fees: 285.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

Start your trip in Raja Ampat, center of marine biodiversity in the world. Go through the Banda Sea and its chain of islands where he spices trade took place: sheer walls, and unique encounters. Do some critter hunting in the world class muck diving destination of Ambon Harbour. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy & Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 4: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 5: Farondi / Balbulol

Visit the unique underwater caves at Goa Farondi and hunt for cool pygmy seahorses on the different varieties of sea fans. Nearby in the channel are the current rich pinnacles of the Three Sisters. This area is teeming with life and there is a good chance of seeing a lot of fish action.

No. of Dives: 3

 

Day 6: Boo & Fiabacet

This amazing string of small islands has a colorful array of great dives sites. The signature sites in the area include Boo Windows, Nudi Rock, Tank Rock and Whale Rock. The whole place is a delight for the eyes.

 

On a calm day, you can visit the amazing seamount Magic Mountain and experience cruising sharks, schooling fish and mantas cleaning. A truly spectacular dive!

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 7: Wayilbatan

The Four Kings is a series of colorful underwater pinnacles that make an amazing dive with plenty of cool fish action. Moving later to a more sheltered spot we are in the vicinity of some great dive spots: drift along the channel at Neptune Fan Sea; explore the wall at Wedding Cake or enjoy the fish action on the ridge at Barracuda Rock.

No. of Dives: 3 or 4

 

Day 8: Koon

At the far eastern end of Seram there is the island of Koon. There is only a single dive site, but it is well worth diving it twice. Too Many Fish! is a sloping reef that drops off into the deep and there are plenty of pelagic hanging around here; giant trevally and large tunas come in to feed, schools of snapper and barracuda hang off the drop-off. There are some cool coral heads in the shallows to explore at the end of the dive. After the second dive, we will move towards the center of the Spice Island trade: Banda

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 9: Banda Neira

Spend some quality time around the Spice Islands in the shadow of Gunung Api volcano. There is a selection of unique dive sites including the hard coral at Lava Flow and the very fishy underwater pinnacles at Batu Kapal. 

 

Tour the island in the afternoon, visit its historical buildings, Banda was the center of the spice trade and of capital importance at the time. Late in the afternoon, we will go back in the water for a world-class mandarin dive experience.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 10: Nusa Laut

There are two distinct dive sites at Nusa Laut. Akon Wall is a beautiful drop off with a natural limestone swim through in the wall. There are clouds of colorful Anthias and Damselfish hanging off the wall. Amed Slope is a sloping reef with excellent hard corals and schooling fish.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 11: Ambon Harbour

Finish the trip with some world-class muck diving in Ambon Harbour. An excellent place to hunt down some unusual critters of all shapes and sizes.

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 12: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Ambon and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

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  • Park Fees: 230.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Park Fees: 240.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy – Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Aljui Bay

Time to focus on macro on Aljui Bay.

 

Slopes with plenty to look for: fire urchins with shrimps and crabs, nudibranchs. The night dive under the pearl farm pier is one of the best in the area with the possibilities to have encounters with the very elusive walking shark.

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Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 7: Batanta

The last day will be entirely dedicated to “muck diving”. Seahorses, Octopuses, nudibranchs and rhinoplasty are some of the usual suspects we can find here.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Harbor Fee: 154.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Park Fees: 230.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2 and 3: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Manta Sandy & Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Aljui Bay

Today, we change goals and will be concentrating on macro and cool critters. Some of the signature sites in the bay include the Channel Island, White Arrow and Teardrop Wall. These are great places to see pygmy seahorses, unusual nudis, ghost pipefish. Then spend some time on the mucky sand under Cendana Dock for an amazing night dive.

 

With permission, you will be able to visit the pearl farm in the bay. Not only is this a very educational tour explaining the production of high-quality pearls, but you can also go shopping afterward.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 7: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 8: Wayilbatan

The Four Kings is a series of colorful underwater pinnacles that make an amazing dive with plenty of cool fish action. Moving later to a more sheltered spot we are in the vicinity of some great dive spots: drift along the channel at Neptune Fan Sea; explore the wall at Wedding Cake or enjoy the fish action on the ridge at Barracuda Rock.

No. of Dives: 3 or 4

 

Day 9 and 10: Boo & Fiabacet

This amazing string of small islands has a colorful array of great dives sites. The signature sites in the area include Boo Windows, Nudi Rock, Tank Rock and Whale Rock. The whole place is a delight for the eyes.

 

On a calm day, you can visit the amazing seamount Magic Mountain and experience cruising sharks, schooling fish and mantas cleaning. A truly spectacular dive!

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 11: Farondi / Balbulol

Visit the unique underwater caves at Goa Farondi and hunt for cool pygmy seahorses on the different varieties of sea fans. Nearby in the channel are the current rich pinnacles of the Three Sisters. This area is teeming with life and there is a good chance of seeing a lot of fish action.

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 12: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

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  • Park Fees: 150.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2 and 3: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Manta Sandy & Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Aljui Bay

Today, we change goals and will be concentrating on macro and cool critters. Some of the signature sites in the bay include the Channel Island, White Arrow and Teardrop Wall. These are great places to see pygmy seahorses, unusual nudis, ghost pipefish. Then spend some time on the mucky sand under Cendana Dock for an amazing night dive.

 

With permission, you will be able to visit the pearl farm in the bay. Not only is this a very educational tour explaining the production of high-quality pearls, but you can also go shopping afterward.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 7: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 8: Wayilbatan

The Four Kings is a series of colorful underwater pinnacles that make an amazing dive with plenty of cool fish action. Moving later to a more sheltered spot we are in the vicinity of some great dive spots: drift along the channel at Neptune Fan Sea; explore the wall at Wedding Cake or enjoy the fish action on the ridge at Barracuda Rock.

No. of Dives: 3 or 4

 

Day 9 and 10: Boo & Fiabacet

This amazing string of small islands has a colorful array of great dives sites. The signature sites in the area include Boo Windows, Nudi Rock, Tank Rock and Whale Rock. The whole place is a delight for the eyes.

 

On a calm day, you can visit the amazing seamount Magic Mountain and experience cruising sharks, schooling fish and mantas cleaning. A truly spectacular dive!

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 11: Farondi / Balbulol

Visit the unique underwater caves at Goa Farondi and hunt for cool pygmy seahorses on the different varieties of sea fans. Nearby in the channel are the current rich pinnacles of the Three Sisters. This area is teeming with life and there is a good chance of seeing a lot of fish action.

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 12: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Park Fees: 150.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy – Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Aljui Bay

Time to focus on macro on Aljui Bay.

 

Slopes with plenty to look for: fire urchins with shrimps and crabs, nudibranchs. The night dive under the pearl farm pier is one of the best in the area with the possibilities to have encounters with the very elusive walking shark.

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Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 7: Batanta

The last day will be entirely dedicated to “muck diving”. Seahorses, Octopuses, nudibranchs and rhinoplasty are some of the usual suspects we can find here.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Park Fees: 150.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Park Fees: 180.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Park Fees: 80.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Park Fees: 80.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Park Fees: 30.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Park Fees: 30.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Park Fees: 30.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy – Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Aljui Bay

Time to focus on macro on Aljui Bay.

 

Slopes with plenty to look for: fire urchins with shrimps and crabs, nudibranchs. The night dive under the pearl farm pier is one of the best in the area with the possibilities to have encounters with the very elusive walking shark.

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Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 7: Batanta

The last day will be entirely dedicated to “muck diving”. Seahorses, Octopuses, nudibranchs and rhinoplasty are some of the usual suspects we can find here.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

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Exclusions

  • Harbor Fee: 154.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Park Fees: 30.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Park Fees: 180.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy – Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Aljui Bay

Time to focus on macro on Aljui Bay.

 

Slopes with plenty to look for: fire urchins with shrimps and crabs, nudibranchs. The night dive under the pearl farm pier is one of the best in the area with the possibilities to have encounters with the very elusive walking shark.

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Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 7: Batanta

The last day will be entirely dedicated to “muck diving”. Seahorses, Octopuses, nudibranchs and rhinoplasty are some of the usual suspects we can find here.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

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  • Park Fees: 150.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Park Fees: 465.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Park Fees: 140.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Park Fees: 220.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Park Fees: 220.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Park Fees: 220.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Park Fees: 220.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Park Fees: 220.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy – Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Aljui Bay

Time to focus on macro on Aljui Bay.

 

Slopes with plenty to look for: fire urchins with shrimps and crabs, nudibranchs. The night dive under the pearl farm pier is one of the best in the area with the possibilities to have encounters with the very elusive walking shark.

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Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 7: Batanta

The last day will be entirely dedicated to “muck diving”. Seahorses, Octopuses, nudibranchs and rhinoplasty are some of the usual suspects we can find here.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Park Fee: 80.00 USD
  • Harbor Fee: 154.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Harbour Fees: 270.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Park Fees: 180.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

Start your trip to Raja Ampat, the center of marine biodiversity in the world. Visit the colorful reefs which are fed by the nutrient-rich waters from the rivers producing huge fields of soft corals, giant sea fans and clouds of planktonic feeding fishes of Triton Bay. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end of the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy & Arborek

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Arborek Jetty is part of a sloping reef in front of the island. There are schools of fish, excellent wide-angle photo opportunities under the jetty itself and good critter hunting to be done along the slopes.

 

In the late afternoon take a stroll around the village on the island and maybe join one of their soccer matches or buy a locally made sunhat.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 5: Farondi

Early morning visit to the cave of Tamulol a large cave where we can snorkel. Easy for all ages. Nearby, we will attempt to look into the jellyfish lake, as this is very dependable on the village mood.

 

Afternoon diving in 3 sisters, a dive where sift corals are at its best, and we have chanced to see Mobula rays hunting. sunset lagoon tour on the tender boats.

No. of Dives: 2 with cave visit / 4 without cave visit

Day 6: Boo & Fiabacet

This amazing string of small islands has a colorful array of great dives sites. The signature sites in the area include Boo Windows, Nudi Rock, Tank Rock and Whale Rock. The whole place is a delight for the eyes.

 

On a calm day, you can visit the amazing seamount Magic Mountain and experience cruising sharks, schooling fish and mantas cleaning. A truly spectacular dive!

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 7: Pulau Pisang

A chain of islands between Raja Ampat and Triton Bay has some excellent diving The dive site called the Dome is a seamount in the channel with good fish action; bannerfish, snappers and batfish as well as a chance to hunt for macro. Their hammerhead-shaped reef is called T-Bone and the site is covered in large colorful sponges in yellow and purple and blue. Keep your eyes open for passing sharks and eagle rays. 

 

Long Crossing to Momon.

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 8: Momon

On the way south we will stop at Mommon. There is an excellent macro dive at Tanjung Wap with decorated dartfish in shallow water, the potential for pygmy seahorses and a large swim through to explore. The seamount west of Momon has accelerating diving, schooling fish and chances for mantas.

 

Also, a visit to the waterfall at Momon. We can take the tender boats into the shore where the waterfalls directly into the sea. A perfect opportunity for a photo and you can even swim behind the falls.

 

Long Crossing to Triton Bay.

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 9, 10 and 11: Triton Bay

The unique location of Triton Bay with its current rich straits has many beautiful dive sites located around the islands of Aiduma and Namatote. Triton Bay is famous for its kaleidoscope of colors along the reef at Signature sites like Little Komodo.

 

There is the opportunity to see endemic species like the Flasher Wrasse at Flasher Beach or Leopard Anemone Shrimp at Namatote Wall or a Thin Line Wobbegong hiding under a table coral. Also recently discovered in the area are some interesting locations for macro sites with exciting and unusual nudibranchs. There may be a chance to encounter whale sharks while in the area.

 

Enjoy a great swim through under the island at another soft coral covered Signature Site, Boo’s Rainbow. For schooling fish action and more colorful reefs check out Larry’s Dive Heaven on the outside of Aiduma island.

No. of Dives: Unlimited dive and Snorkelling at the Bagan + 1 Night Dive (if there’s Whale Shark) or else 4 dives/day (day 9 & 10) and 2 dives (day 11)

 

Day 12: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Kaimana and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

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  • Harbour Fees: 440.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy – Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Aljui Bay

Time to focus on macro on Aljui Bay.

 

Slopes with plenty to look for: fire urchins with shrimps and crabs, nudibranchs. The night dive under the pearl farm pier is one of the best in the area with the possibilities to have encounters with the very elusive walking shark.

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Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 7: Batanta

The last day will be entirely dedicated to “muck diving”. Seahorses, Octopuses, nudibranchs and rhinoplasty are some of the usual suspects we can find here.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

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Exclusions

  • Park Fees: 150.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Harbor fee: 280.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy – Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Aljui Bay

Time to focus on macro on Aljui Bay.

 

Slopes with plenty to look for: fire urchins with shrimps and crabs, nudibranchs. The night dive under the pearl farm pier is one of the best in the area with the possibilities to have encounters with the very elusive walking shark.

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Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 7: Batanta

The last day will be entirely dedicated to “muck diving”. Seahorses, Octopuses, nudibranchs and rhinoplasty are some of the usual suspects we can find here.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

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Exclusions

  • Harbour Fees: 210.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Harbour Fees: 330.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Harbour Fees: 280.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Park Fees: 180.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

Start your trip to Raja Ampat, the center of marine biodiversity in the world. Visit the colorful reefs which are fed by the nutrient-rich waters from the rivers producing huge fields of soft corals, giant sea fans and clouds of planktonic feeding fishes of Triton Bay. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end of the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy & Arborek

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Arborek Jetty is part of a sloping reef in front of the island. There are schools of fish, excellent wide-angle photo opportunities under the jetty itself and good critter hunting to be done along the slopes.

 

In the late afternoon take a stroll around the village on the island and maybe join one of their soccer matches or buy a locally made sunhat.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 5: Farondi

Early morning visit to the cave of Tamulol a large cave where we can snorkel. Easy for all ages. Nearby, we will attempt to look into the jellyfish lake, as this is very dependable on the village mood.

 

Afternoon diving in 3 sisters, a dive where sift corals are at its best, and we have chanced to see Mobula rays hunting. sunset lagoon tour on the tender boats.

No. of Dives: 2 with cave visit / 4 without cave visit

Day 6: Boo & Fiabacet

This amazing string of small islands has a colorful array of great dives sites. The signature sites in the area include Boo Windows, Nudi Rock, Tank Rock and Whale Rock. The whole place is a delight for the eyes.

 

On a calm day, you can visit the amazing seamount Magic Mountain and experience cruising sharks, schooling fish and mantas cleaning. A truly spectacular dive!

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 7: Pulau Pisang

A chain of islands between Raja Ampat and Triton Bay has some excellent diving The dive site called the Dome is a seamount in the channel with good fish action; bannerfish, snappers and batfish as well as a chance to hunt for macro. Their hammerhead-shaped reef is called T-Bone and the site is covered in large colorful sponges in yellow and purple and blue. Keep your eyes open for passing sharks and eagle rays. 

 

Long Crossing to Momon.

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 8: Momon

On the way south we will stop at Mommon. There is an excellent macro dive at Tanjung Wap with decorated dartfish in shallow water, the potential for pygmy seahorses and a large swim through to explore. The seamount west of Momon has accelerating diving, schooling fish and chances for mantas.

 

Also, a visit to the waterfall at Momon. We can take the tender boats into the shore where the waterfalls directly into the sea. A perfect opportunity for a photo and you can even swim behind the falls.

 

Long Crossing to Triton Bay.

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 9, 10 and 11: Triton Bay

The unique location of Triton Bay with its current rich straits has many beautiful dive sites located around the islands of Aiduma and Namatote. Triton Bay is famous for its kaleidoscope of colors along the reef at Signature sites like Little Komodo.

 

There is the opportunity to see endemic species like the Flasher Wrasse at Flasher Beach or Leopard Anemone Shrimp at Namatote Wall or a Thin Line Wobbegong hiding under a table coral. Also recently discovered in the area are some interesting locations for macro sites with exciting and unusual nudibranchs. There may be a chance to encounter whale sharks while in the area.

 

Enjoy a great swim through under the island at another soft coral covered Signature Site, Boo’s Rainbow. For schooling fish action and more colorful reefs check out Larry’s Dive Heaven on the outside of Aiduma island.

No. of Dives: Unlimited dive and Snorkelling at the Bagan + 1 Night Dive (if there’s Whale Shark) or else 4 dives/day (day 9 & 10) and 2 dives (day 11)

 

Day 12: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Kaimana and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

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  • Park Fees: 285.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

Start your trip to Raja Ampat, the center of marine biodiversity in the world. Visit the colorful reefs which are fed by the nutrient-rich waters from the rivers producing huge fields of soft corals, giant sea fans and clouds of planktonic feeding fishes of Triton Bay. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end of the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy & Arborek

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Arborek Jetty is part of a sloping reef in front of the island. There are schools of fish, excellent wide-angle photo opportunities under the jetty itself and good critter hunting to be done along the slopes.

 

In the late afternoon take a stroll around the village on the island and maybe join one of their soccer matches or buy a locally made sunhat.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 5: Farondi

Early morning visit to the cave of Tamulol a large cave where we can snorkel. Easy for all ages. Nearby, we will attempt to look into the jellyfish lake, as this is very dependable on the village mood.

 

Afternoon diving in 3 sisters, a dive where sift corals are at its best, and we have chanced to see Mobula rays hunting. sunset lagoon tour on the tender boats.

No. of Dives: 2 with cave visit / 4 without cave visit

Day 6: Boo & Fiabacet

This amazing string of small islands has a colorful array of great dives sites. The signature sites in the area include Boo Windows, Nudi Rock, Tank Rock and Whale Rock. The whole place is a delight for the eyes.

 

On a calm day, you can visit the amazing seamount Magic Mountain and experience cruising sharks, schooling fish and mantas cleaning. A truly spectacular dive!

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 7: Pulau Pisang

A chain of islands between Raja Ampat and Triton Bay has some excellent diving The dive site called the Dome is a seamount in the channel with good fish action; bannerfish, snappers and batfish as well as a chance to hunt for macro. Their hammerhead-shaped reef is called T-Bone and the site is covered in large colorful sponges in yellow and purple and blue. Keep your eyes open for passing sharks and eagle rays. 

 

Long Crossing to Momon.

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 8: Momon

On the way south we will stop at Mommon. There is an excellent macro dive at Tanjung Wap with decorated dartfish in shallow water, the potential for pygmy seahorses and a large swim through to explore. The seamount west of Momon has accelerating diving, schooling fish and chances for mantas.

 

Also, a visit to the waterfall at Momon. We can take the tender boats into the shore where the waterfalls directly into the sea. A perfect opportunity for a photo and you can even swim behind the falls.

 

Long Crossing to Triton Bay.

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 9, 10 and 11: Triton Bay

The unique location of Triton Bay with its current rich straits has many beautiful dive sites located around the islands of Aiduma and Namatote. Triton Bay is famous for its kaleidoscope of colors along the reef at Signature sites like Little Komodo.

 

There is the opportunity to see endemic species like the Flasher Wrasse at Flasher Beach or Leopard Anemone Shrimp at Namatote Wall or a Thin Line Wobbegong hiding under a table coral. Also recently discovered in the area are some interesting locations for macro sites with exciting and unusual nudibranchs. There may be a chance to encounter whale sharks while in the area.

 

Enjoy a great swim through under the island at another soft coral covered Signature Site, Boo’s Rainbow. For schooling fish action and more colorful reefs check out Larry’s Dive Heaven on the outside of Aiduma island.

No. of Dives: Unlimited dive and Snorkelling at the Bagan + 1 Night Dive (if there’s Whale Shark) or else 4 dives/day (day 9 & 10) and 2 dives (day 11)

 

Day 12: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Kaimana and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

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  • Harbor Fee: 242.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Park Fees: 140.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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Exclusions

  • Park Fees: 285.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Park Fees: 180.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Park Fees: 30.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Park Fees: 330.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Park Fees: 180.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy – Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Aljui Bay

Time to focus on macro on Aljui Bay.

 

Slopes with plenty to look for: fire urchins with shrimps and crabs, nudibranchs. The night dive under the pearl farm pier is one of the best in the area with the possibilities to have encounters with the very elusive walking shark.

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Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 7: Batanta

The last day will be entirely dedicated to “muck diving”. Seahorses, Octopuses, nudibranchs and rhinoplasty are some of the usual suspects we can find here.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

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  • Park Fees: 150.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy – Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Aljui Bay

Time to focus on macro on Aljui Bay.

 

Slopes with plenty to look for: fire urchins with shrimps and crabs, nudibranchs. The night dive under the pearl farm pier is one of the best in the area with the possibilities to have encounters with the very elusive walking shark.

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Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 7: Batanta

The last day will be entirely dedicated to “muck diving”. Seahorses, Octopuses, nudibranchs and rhinoplasty are some of the usual suspects we can find here.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

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  • Park Fees: 150.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy – Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Aljui Bay

Time to focus on macro on Aljui Bay.

 

Slopes with plenty to look for: fire urchins with shrimps and crabs, nudibranchs. The night dive under the pearl farm pier is one of the best in the area with the possibilities to have encounters with the very elusive walking shark.

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Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 7: Batanta

The last day will be entirely dedicated to “muck diving”. Seahorses, Octopuses, nudibranchs and rhinoplasty are some of the usual suspects we can find here.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

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  • Park Fees: 150.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy – Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Aljui Bay

Time to focus on macro on Aljui Bay.

 

Slopes with plenty to look for: fire urchins with shrimps and crabs, nudibranchs. The night dive under the pearl farm pier is one of the best in the area with the possibilities to have encounters with the very elusive walking shark.

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Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 7: Batanta

The last day will be entirely dedicated to “muck diving”. Seahorses, Octopuses, nudibranchs and rhinoplasty are some of the usual suspects we can find here.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

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Exclusions

  • Park Fees: 150.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

Visit the colorful reefs which are fed by the nutrient-rich waters from the rivers producing huge fields of soft corals, giant sea fans and clouds of planktonic feeding fishes of Triton Bay. Dive in the incredibly rich waters and the area is typified by crystal clear water, deep walls and pinnacles, awesome overhangs and swim-throughs, beautiful pristine corals, huge barrel sponges and large schools of fish of the Forgotten Islands. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive at Kaimana

Guests will arrive in Kaimana and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai I will travel about 4 hours down to the area of Triton Bay.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2 and 3: Triton Bay

The unique location of Triton Bay with its current rich straits has many beautiful dive sites located around the islands of Aiduma and Namatote. Triton Bay is famous for its kaleidoscope of colors along the reef at Signature sites like Little Komodo.

 

There is the opportunity to see endemic species like the Flasher Wrasse at Flasher Beach or Leopard Anemone Shrimp at Namatote Wall or a Thin Line Wobbegong hiding under a table coral. Also recently discovered in the area are some interesting locations for macro sites with exciting and unusual nudibranchs. There may be a chance to encounter whale sharks while in the area.

 

Enjoy a great swim through under the island at another soft coral covered Signature Site, Boo’s Rainbow. For schooling fish action and more colorful reefs check out Larry’s Dive Heaven on the outside of Aiduma island.

No. of Dives: Unlimited dive and Snorkelling at the Bagan + 1 Night Dive (if there’s Whale Shark) or else 4 dives/day

 

Day 4 and 5: Momon

We head up the coast of Papua to Mommon. Starting in the south we can dive on the Channel Islands and then enjoy an excellent macro dive at Tanjung Wap with decorated dartfish in shallow water, the potential for pygmy seahorses and a large swim through to explore.

 

Moving a little north, we dive on a large seamount before heading into the shore to the waterfall at Momon. We can take the tender boats into the shore where the waterfalls directly into the sea. A perfect opportunity for a photo and you can even swim behind the falls.

No. of Dives: 4/day

 

Day 6: Bui

Just north of Kei, we have the long line of Watubela islands with some great diving off the east side. We have two extensive seamounts, Ultima Frontera and Gunung Laut, to explore with schools of fish, excellent hard coral coverage, huge sponges, black-spotted morays and passing pelagics.

No. of Dives: 3

 

Day 7: Manuk

The island of the snakes is a smoking volcano in the middle of the Banda Sea. There is the opportunity to see both Olive Sea Snakes and the more common Banded Sea Krait which can lead to quite an exhilarating dive. There are a couple of Mobula Ray cleaning stations nestled in the black sand shallows and always the possibility of cruising sharks.

No. of Dives: 3

 

Day 8 and 9: Nils Desperandum & Sika

The best place in Indonesia to have a chance to spot a school of hammerheads. An atoll with walls all around it, large pelagic patrol the reefs, and the ridges in the corners are timing with life, schooling fish, large barrel sponges and fans. Great diving experience.

No. of Dives: 4/day

 

Day 10: Dai

Tertuti Wall is a beautiful wall carpeted in vibrant orange and yellow soft corals and huge sea fans. There are schools of butterflyfish and anthias hanging just off the wall and larger schools further out. With plenty of ledges and overhangs to make the dive interesting, there is even an arch for photo opportunities.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 11: Dawera

Some of the healthiest and balanced coral reef. Abundant life consists of a school of bigeye trevally, fusiliers, enormous Napoleon Wrasse, patrolling Dogtooth Tuna and a series of Sharks. A perfect way to complete the trip with the last 2 dives here to enjoy the beautiful reef and amazing fish life.

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 12: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Saumlaki and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Harbor Fee: 275.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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Exclusions

  • Park Fees: 440.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Park Fees: 170.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Harbour Fees: 480.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Harbour Fees: 440.00 USD
  • Park Fees: 220.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Harbour Fees: 175.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Park Fees: 220.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Park Fees: 165.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Park Fees: 220.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Park Fees: 220.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Park Fees: 420.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

Dive in the incredibly rich waters and the area is typified by crystal clear water, deep walls and pinnacles, awesome overhangs and swim-throughs, beautiful pristine corals, huge barrel sponges and large schools of fish of the Forgotten Islands. Finalize your trip to Raja Ampat, the center of marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive at Saumlaki

Guests will arrive in Saumlaki and have time to get comfortable on the boat. We will start traveling towards the Forgotten Islands once all customer is on board and clearance is granted by the local authorities

No. of Dives: 0

 

Day 2: Pulau Dawera

Some of the healthiest and balanced coral reef. Abundant life consists of a school of bigeye trevally, fusiliers, enormous Napoleon Wrasse, patrolling Dogtooth Tuna and a series of Sharks. A perfect way to complete the trip with the last 2 dives here to enjoy the beautiful reef and amazing fish life.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Dai

Tertuti Wall is a beautiful wall carpeted in vibrant orange and yellow soft corals and huge sea fans. There are schools of butterflyfish and anthias hanging just off the wall and larger schools further out. With plenty of ledges and overhangs to make the dive interesting, there is even an arch for photo opportunities.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Damar

Just south are the Terbang islands with their steep walls and passing pelagics. Another chance to spot hammerheads and bigger fish: bump head Parrotfish, Napoleon fish swimming among extremely healthy corals.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Nils Desperandum

The best place in Indonesia to have a chance to spot a school of Hammerheads. An atoll with walls all around it, large pelagic patrol the reefs, and the ridges in the corners are timing with life, schooling fish, large barrel sponges and fans. Great diving experience.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Manuk

The island of the snakes is a smoking volcano in the middle of the Banda Sea. There is the opportunity to see both Olive Sea Snakes and the more common Banded Sea Krait which can lead to quite an exhilarating dive. There are a couple of Mobula Ray cleaning stations nestled in the black sand shallows and always the possibility of cruising sharks.

No. of Dives: 3

 

Day 7: Bui

Just north of Kei we have the long line of Watubela islands with some great diving off the east side. We have two extensive seamounts, Ultima Frontera and Gunung Laut, to explore with schools of fish, excellent hard coral coverage, huge sponges, black-spotted morays and passing pelagics.

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 8: Koon

At the far eastern end of Seram there is the island of Koon. There is only a single dive site, but it is well worth diving it twice. Too Many Fish! is a sloping reef that drops off into the deep and there are plenty of pelagic hanging around here; giant trevally and large tunas come in to feed, schools of snapper and barracuda hang off the drop-off. There are some cool coral heads in the shallows to explore at the end of the dive. After the second dive, we will move towards the center of the Spice Island trade: Banda

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 9: Boo & Fiabacet

This amazing string of small islands has a colorful array of great dives sites. The signature sites in the area include Boo Windows, Nudi Rock, Tank Rock and Whale Rock. The whole place is a delight for the eyes.

 

On a calm day, you can visit the amazing seamount Magic Mountain and experience cruising sharks, schooling fish and mantas cleaning. A truly spectacular dive!

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 10: Wayilbatan

The Four Kings is a series of colorful underwater pinnacles that make an amazing dive with plenty of cool fish action. Moving later to a more sheltered spot we are in the vicinity of some great dive spots: drift along the channel at Neptune Fan Sea; explore the wall at Wedding Cake or enjoy the fish action on the ridge at Barracuda Rock.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 11: Daram

The islands further east in the Misool region, are booming with colors, unreal collection of soft corals and fans along the walls of their most iconic dive sites: Andiamo and the Candy Store.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 12: Farondi / Balbulol

No Contest and Love Potion No.9 near the island of Balbulol are a string of underwater ridges rich in current and therefore colorful soft corals and sea fans. Spend your time looking in the blue for schooling pelagics and often the beautiful Mobula Rays.

 

To the east is the island of Farondi. Visit the unique underwater caves at Goa Farondi and hunt for cool pygmy seahorses on the different varieties of sea fans. Nearby in the channel are the current rich pinnacles of the Three Sisters. This area is teeming with life and there is a good chance of seeing a lot of fish action.

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 13: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

 

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Harbor Fee: 275.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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Exclusions

  • Park Fees: 140.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Park Fees: 220.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Harbour Fees: 330.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Park Fees: 80.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Park Fees: 315.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy – Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Aljui Bay

Time to focus on macro on Aljui Bay.

 

Slopes with plenty to look for: fire urchins with shrimps and crabs, nudibranchs. The night dive under the pearl farm pier is one of the best in the area with the possibilities to have encounters with the very elusive walking shark.

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Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 7: Batanta

The last day will be entirely dedicated to “muck diving”. Seahorses, Octopuses, nudibranchs and rhinoplasty are some of the usual suspects we can find here.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

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Exclusions

  • Harbor Fee: 154.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy – Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Aljui Bay

Time to focus on macro on Aljui Bay.

 

Slopes with plenty to look for: fire urchins with shrimps and crabs, nudibranchs. The night dive under the pearl farm pier is one of the best in the area with the possibilities to have encounters with the very elusive walking shark.

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Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 7: Batanta

The last day will be entirely dedicated to “muck diving”. Seahorses, Octopuses, nudibranchs and rhinoplasty are some of the usual suspects we can find here.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Harbor Fee: 154.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy – Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Aljui Bay

Time to focus on macro on Aljui Bay.

 

Slopes with plenty to look for: fire urchins with shrimps and crabs, nudibranchs. The night dive under the pearl farm pier is one of the best in the area with the possibilities to have encounters with the very elusive walking shark.

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Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 7: Batanta

The last day will be entirely dedicated to “muck diving”. Seahorses, Octopuses, nudibranchs and rhinoplasty are some of the usual suspects we can find here.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Harbor Fee: 154.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Harbor Fee: 242.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy – Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Aljui Bay

Time to focus on macro on Aljui Bay.

 

Slopes with plenty to look for: fire urchins with shrimps and crabs, nudibranchs. The night dive under the pearl farm pier is one of the best in the area with the possibilities to have encounters with the very elusive walking shark.

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Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 7: Batanta

The last day will be entirely dedicated to “muck diving”. Seahorses, Octopuses, nudibranchs and rhinoplasty are some of the usual suspects we can find here.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

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Exclusions

  • Harbor Fee: 154.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy – Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Aljui Bay

Time to focus on macro on Aljui Bay.

 

Slopes with plenty to look for: fire urchins with shrimps and crabs, nudibranchs. The night dive under the pearl farm pier is one of the best in the area with the possibilities to have encounters with the very elusive walking shark.

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Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 7: Batanta

The last day will be entirely dedicated to “muck diving”. Seahorses, Octopuses, nudibranchs and rhinoplasty are some of the usual suspects we can find here.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

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Exclusions

  • Harbor Fees: 154.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy – Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Aljui Bay

Time to focus on macro on Aljui Bay.

 

Slopes with plenty to look for: fire urchins with shrimps and crabs, nudibranchs. The night dive under the pearl farm pier is one of the best in the area with the possibilities to have encounters with the very elusive walking shark.

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Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 7: Batanta

The last day will be entirely dedicated to “muck diving”. Seahorses, Octopuses, nudibranchs and rhinoplasty are some of the usual suspects we can find here.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

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Exclusions

  • Harbor Fee: 154.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

Start your trip in Raja Ampat, the center of marine biodiversity in the world. Pass through Mapia, which sits closeby to a military base and contains an underwater world that is pristine and untouched; no fisherman or tourism. Finish the trip in Cenderawasih Bay, famous for its resident population of whale sharks but there is also WWII history, beautiful reefs and endemic fish. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard-coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

 

Long Crossing to Farondi.

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy & Arborek

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Arborek Jetty is part of a sloping reef in front of the island. There are schools of fish, excellent wide-angle photo opportunities under the jetty itself and good critter hunting to be done along the slopes.

 

In the late afternoon take a stroll around the village on the island and maybe join in one of their soccer matches or buy a locally made sunhat.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end of the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Pulau Dua

Half-way between Raja Ampat and Cenderawasih bay we will make a stop in these small islands where remains of the second world war were thrown into the sea making a small, but superb reefs where life concentrates in large numbers. Big school of yellow grunt, large napoleon fish or barramundis find shelter. In the evening, if the conditions so consider, we will go to the beach to see the leatherback turtle nesting.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 6 and 7: Mapia

The last atoll in Indonesian waters, very close to the border with Palau, too remote for fisherman to go, and protected by a small navy post, The combination of all these factors mean only one thing: superb diving: pristine waters, hard corals and drop-offs and a tremendous amount of fish. Rare opportunity to see reefs in the way they were many years ago, and a delight to all our senses.

No. of Dives: 4 and 3

 

Day 8: Pulau Manim

Manim is home to calm waters and 7 sunken landing craft left behind after WWII. These are in a variety of depths from 5 to 25m and are covered in a variety of hard and soft corals.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 9: Outer Atolls

The outer atolls of Cenderawasih Bay are some of the fishiest sites of the area, located inside the National Park. Wild Fish Ridge and Spag point are two particular favorites. It is here that we can view so many of the endemic species that led this to be called the Galapagos of the East.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 10: Tanjung Manguar / Pulau Nusir

Tanjung Mangguar is an extensive dive site with a wall on one side and a plateau of hard corals on the other. There are some magnificent sponges and lots of plump soft corals to add some color to the reef. This is a good chance to see some of the endemic fish species and there is a school of resident blackfin barracuda.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 11/12: Teluk Wororomi

This is the Whale Shark bay and the local fishing platforms attract many of the ocean’s largest fish. After local reporting is complete divers will be offered an open dive-deck so that they may spend as much time as possible in the water with these amazing creatures.

 

The Whale Sharks here are a resident population of pre-adolescents, mainly males, who are come to the platforms to feed on the small baitfish that sit in the nets that hang beneath. They are apparently unconcerned by divers and tirelessly circle back, again and again, to feed upon morsels of fish hand-fed to them by the fishermen who regard them as good luck.

No. of Dives: Unlimited dives/snorkeling + 1 night dive

 

Day 13: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

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  • Harbor Fee: 264.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

Cenderawasih Bay is famous for its resident population of whale sharks but there is also WWII history, beautiful reefs and endemic fish. Mapia sits closeby to a military base and contains an underwater world that is pristine and untouched; no fisherman or tourism. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive at Nabire

The flight usually arrives in Nabire in the morning and you will go directly to Damai and make yourselves comfortable. We will start moving late in the afternoon towards our first destination.

No. of Dives: 0

 

Day 2 and 3: Teluk Wororomi

This is the Whale Shark bay and the local fishing platforms attract many of the ocean’s largest fish. After local reporting is complete divers will be offered an open dive-deck so that they may spend as much time as possible in the water with these amazing creatures.

 

The Whale Sharks here are a resident population of pre-adolescents, mainly males, who are come to the platforms to feed on the small baitfish that sit in the nets that hang beneath. They are apparently unconcerned by divers and tirelessly circle back, again and again, to feed upon morsels of fish hand-fed to them by the fishermen who regard them as good luck.

No. of Dives: Unlimited dives/snorkeling + 1 night dive

 

Day 4: Tanjung Manguar / Pulau Nusir

Tanjung Mangguar is an extensive dive site with a wall on one side and a plateau of hard corals on the other. There are some magnificent sponges and lots of plump soft corals to add some color to the reef. This is a good chance to see some of the endemic fish species and there is a school of resident blackfin barracuda.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Roon

Two dive sites here offer the chance for some nice critter diving with a chance to see Boxer Crabs, colorful Notodoris nudis and maybe a Popcorn shrimp or two. Also here is an impressive Tridacna Clam sitting in the middle of a sand patch.

 

After lunch, there is an opportunity to visit a local village and later two more dives in the area where guests might find the ever-elusive Denise Pygmy seahorse or maybe see a downed Japanese fighter aircraft.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6 and 7: Outer Atolls

The outer atolls of Cenderawasih Bay are some of the fishiest sites of the area, located inside the National Park. Wild Fish Ridge and Spag point are two particular favorites. It is here that we can view so many of the endemic species that led this to be called the Galapagos of the East.

No. of Dives: 4/day

 

Day 8: Manim

Manim is home to calm waters and 7 sunken landing craft left behind after WWII. These are in a variety of depths from 5 to 25m and are covered in a variety of hard and soft corals.

No. of Dives: 3

 

Day 9 and 10: Mapia

The last atoll in Indonesian waters, very close to the border with Palau, too remote for fisherman to go, and protected by a small navy post, The combination of all these factors mean only one thing: superb diving: pristine waters, hard corals and drop-offs and a tremendous amount of fish. Rare opportunity to see reefs in the way they were many years ago, and a delight to all our senses.

No. of Dives: 4/day

 

Day 11: Crossing

On the last day we will be in the ocean crossing back from Mapia to our final destination, time to wash and dry gear, and with certainty talk about the great experiences of the trip.

No. of Dives: 0

 

Day 12: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Biak and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

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  • Harbor Fee: 275.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

Cenderawasih Bay is famous for its resident population of whale sharks but there is also WWII history, beautiful reefs and endemic fish. Mapia sits closeby to a military base and contains an underwater world that is pristine and untouched; no fisherman or tourism. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive at Biak

The flight usually arrives in Biak in the morning and you will go directly to Damai and make yourselves comfortable. We will start moving late in the afternoon towards a wreck outside the harbor where we will do our first dive of the trip.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Biak Northern Atolls

We will dedicate the first day of diving to exploring uncharted waters. Surrounded by waters as deep as 5,000 meters, a series of uninhabited atolls offer us the perfect possibility to dedicate time to find new and exciting dive sites.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Roon

Two dive sites here offer the chance for some nice critter diving with a chance to see Boxer Crabs, colorful Notodoris nudis and maybe a Popcorn shrimp or two. Also here is an impressive Tridacna Clam sitting in the middle of a sand patch.

 

After lunch, there is an opportunity to visit a local village and later two more dives in the area where guests might find the ever-elusive Denise Pygmy seahorse or maybe see a downed Japanese fighter aircraft.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Outer Atolls

The outer atolls of Cenderawasih Bay are some of the fishiest sites of the area, located inside the National Park. Wild Fish Ridge and Spag point are two particular favorites. It is here that we can view so many of the endemic species that led this to be called the Galapagos of the East.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Tanjung Manguar / Pulau Nusir

Tanjung Mangguar is an extensive dive site with a wall on one side and a plateau of hard corals on the other. There are some magnificent sponges and lots of plump soft corals to add some color to the reef. This is a good chance to see some of the endemic fish species and there is a school of resident blackfin barracuda.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6 and 7: Teluk Wororomi

This is the Whale Shark bay and the local fishing platforms attract many of the ocean’s largest fish. After local reporting is complete divers will be offered an open dive-deck so that they may spend as much time as possible in the water with these amazing creatures.

 

The Whale Sharks here are a resident population of pre-adolescents, mainly males, who are come to the platforms to feed on the small baitfish that sit in the nets that hang beneath. They are apparently unconcerned by divers and tirelessly circle back, again and again, to feed upon morsels of fish hand-fed to them by the fishermen who regard them as good luck.

No. of Dives: Unlimited dives/snorkeling + 1 night dive

 

Day 8: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Nabire and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

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  • Harbor Fee: 154.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

Cenderawasih Bay is famous for its resident population of whale sharks but there is also WWII history, beautiful reefs and endemic fish. Mapia sits closeby to a military base and contains an underwater world that is pristine and untouched; no fisherman or tourism. Finalize your trip to Raja Ampat, the center of marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive at Nabire

The flight usually arrives in Nabire in the morning and you will go directly to Damai and make yourselves comfortable. We will start moving late in the afternoon towards our first destination.

No. of Dives: 0

 

Day 2 and 3: Teluk Wororomi

This is the Whale Shark bay and the local fishing platforms attract many of the ocean’s largest fish. After local reporting is complete divers will be offered an open dive-deck so that they may spend as much time as possible in the water with these amazing creatures.

 

The Whale Sharks here are a resident population of pre-adolescents, mainly males, who are come to the platforms to feed on the small baitfish that sit in the nets that hang beneath. They are apparently unconcerned by divers and tirelessly circle back, again and again, to feed upon morsels of fish hand-fed to them by the fishermen who regard them as good luck.

No. of Dives: Unlimited dives/snorkeling + 1 night dive

 

Day 4: Tanjung Manguar / Pulau Nusir

Tanjung Mangguar is an extensive dive site with a wall on one side and a plateau of hard corals on the other. There are some magnificent sponges and lots of plump soft corals to add some color to the reef. This is a good chance to see some of the endemic fish species and there is a school of resident blackfin barracuda.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Outer Atolls

The outer atolls of Cenderawasih Bay are some of the fishiest sites of the area, located inside the National Park. Wild Fish Ridge and Spag point are two particular favorites. It is here that we can view so many of the endemic species that led this to be called the Galapagos of the East.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Pulau Manim

Manim is home to calm waters and 7 sunken landing craft left behind after WWII. These are in a variety of depths from 5 to 25m and are covered in a variety of hard and soft corals.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 7 and 8: Mapia

The last atoll in Indonesian waters, very close to the border with Palau, too remote for fisherman to go, and protected by a small navy post, The combination of all these factors mean only one thing: superb diving: pristine waters, hard corals and drop-offs and a tremendous amount of fish. Rare opportunity to see reefs in the way they were many years ago, and a delight to all our senses.

No. of Dives: 4 and 3

 

Day 9: Pulau Dua

Half-way between Raja Ampat and Cenderawasih bay we will make a stop in these small islands where remains of the second world war were thrown into the sea making a small, but superb reefs where life concentrates in large numbers. Big school of yellow grunt, large napoleon fish or barramundis find shelter. In the evening, if the conditions so consider, we will go to the beach to see the leatherback turtle nesting.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 10: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end of the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 11: Manta Sandy & Arborek

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Arborek Jetty is part of a sloping reef in front of the island. There are schools of fish, excellent wide-angle photo opportunities under the jetty itself and good critter hunting to be done along the slopes.

 

In the late afternoon take a stroll around the village on the island and maybe join in one of their soccer matches or buy a locally made sunhat.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 12: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard-coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

 

Long Crossing to Farondi.

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 13: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Harbor Fee: 300.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy – Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Aljui Bay

Time to focus on macro on Aljui Bay.

 

Slopes with plenty to look for: fire urchins with shrimps and crabs, nudibranchs. The night dive under the pearl farm pier is one of the best in the area with the possibilities to have encounters with the very elusive walking shark.

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Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 7: Batanta

The last day will be entirely dedicated to “muck diving”. Seahorses, Octopuses, nudibranchs and rhinoplasty are some of the usual suspects we can find here.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Harbor Fee: 154.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Harbor Fee: 440.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Harbor Fee: 250.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Harbor Fee: 275.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

Komodo: the land that time forgot. This World Heritage Site has action-packed diving, prehistoric Komodo dragons and spectacular scenery. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Labuan Bajo

Guests will arrive in Labuanbajo and have time to get comfortable on the boat. After a short journey, there will be the opportunity to do a checkout dive and a night dive on the sloping reef at Sebolan Kecil in the middle of Komodo National Park.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Central Komodo & Wainilu

Back to the middle of the channel to dive the Signature site of Batu Bolong; the ‘Rock with the Hole’. This is a beautiful reef dive with plenty of fish, turtles and passing pelagics. Just beside on the current rich Karang Makassar is an excellent drift dive with manta cleaning action.

 

For a macro afternoon head to the small island of Wainilu on the north coast of Rinca. Diving along the sand slope in front of the beach should prove an excellent opportunity for critter hunting and some unusual nudibranchs.

 

This is the gateway to enjoy a walk in the park to view the prehistoric Komodo dragon. You may also see monkeys, water buffalo and wild boar or just enjoy the panoramic views over the park.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Tatawa & Central Komodo

Into the middle of the channel to dive the Signature site of Batu Bolong; the “Rock with the Hole”. One of Komodo’s world-class signature dives. Immaculate corals, thousands of anthias in the shallows, giant napoleon wrasse, turtles, passing pelagics.

 

Karang Makassar is an excellent drift dive with a manta cleaning action, turtles and sharks.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Horseshoe Bay

Horseshoe Bay has a variety of Signature sites; the world-famous pinnacle of Cannibal Rock has excellent schooling fish action but certainly plenty of macros to discover; The black sand slope of Torpedo Alley has some interesting macro opportunities especially for the night dive; and Yellow Wall is a vertical wall covered in yellow soft corals and yellow crinoids.

 

Even the anchorage is exciting with Komodo dragons prowling up and down the beach; wild boars feeding on the shoreline; flying Brahminy Kites and White Bellied Sea Eagles; deer swimming in the sea; monkeys climbing the trees.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Langkoi & Padar

On the southern tip of the island of Komodo the Signature site of Manta Alley has some of the best schooling fish in the south. Although the water may be chilly the potential for manta action is closely followed by sharks, Napolean wrasse, humphead parrotfish, sweetlips and turtles.

 

The island of Padar has the dive site of Pillarsteen with its dramatic seascapes of caves and swim-throughs along the vertical wall. The pinnacles at the 3 Sisters rise beautifully from the white sand bottom and are covered in colorful reef fish and the elusive frogfish.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6/7: Gili Lawa Laut

For some of the best schooling fish action in Komodo, we will head to the north of the park and dive on two seamounts called Crystal Rock and Castle Rock. Keep you eyes open for cruising sharks amongst the clouds of schooling fish.

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 8: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Labuan Bajo and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

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  • Harbor Fee: 154.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

Komodo: the land that time forgot. This World Heritage Site has action-packed diving, prehistoric Komodo dragons and spectacular scenery. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Labuan Bajo

Guests will arrive in Labuanbajo and have time to get comfortable on the boat. After a short journey, there will be the opportunity to do a checkout dive and a night dive on the sloping reef at Sebolan Kecil in the middle of Komodo National Park.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Central Komodo & Wainilu

Back to the middle of the channel to dive the Signature site of Batu Bolong; the ‘Rock with the Hole’. This is a beautiful reef dive with plenty of fish, turtles and passing pelagics. Just beside on the current rich Karang Makassar is an excellent drift dive with manta cleaning action.

 

For a macro afternoon head to the small island of Wainilu on the north coast of Rinca. Diving along the sand slope in front of the beach should prove an excellent opportunity for critter hunting and some unusual nudibranchs.

 

This is the gateway to enjoy a walk in the park to view the prehistoric Komodo dragon. You may also see monkeys, water buffalo and wild boar or just enjoy the panoramic views over the park.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Tatawa & Central Komodo

Into the middle of the channel to dive the Signature site of Batu Bolong; the “Rock with the Hole”. One of Komodo’s world-class signature dives. Immaculate corals, thousands of anthias in the shallows, giant napoleon wrasse, turtles, passing pelagics.

 

Karang Makassar is an excellent drift dive with a manta cleaning action, turtles and sharks.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Horseshoe Bay

Horseshoe Bay has a variety of Signature sites; the world-famous pinnacle of Cannibal Rock has excellent schooling fish action but certainly plenty of macros to discover; The black sand slope of Torpedo Alley has some interesting macro opportunities especially for the night dive; and Yellow Wall is a vertical wall covered in yellow soft corals and yellow crinoids.

 

Even the anchorage is exciting with Komodo dragons prowling up and down the beach; wild boars feeding on the shoreline; flying Brahminy Kites and White Bellied Sea Eagles; deer swimming in the sea; monkeys climbing the trees.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Langkoi & Padar

On the southern tip of the island of Komodo the Signature site of Manta Alley has some of the best schooling fish in the south. Although the water may be chilly the potential for manta action is closely followed by sharks, Napolean wrasse, humphead parrotfish, sweetlips and turtles.

 

The island of Padar has the dive site of Pillarsteen with its dramatic seascapes of caves and swim-throughs along the vertical wall. The pinnacles at the 3 Sisters rise beautifully from the white sand bottom and are covered in colorful reef fish and the elusive frogfish.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6/7: Gili Lawa Laut

For some of the best schooling fish action in Komodo, we will head to the north of the park and dive on two seamounts called Crystal Rock and Castle Rock. Keep you eyes open for cruising sharks amongst the clouds of schooling fish.

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 8: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Labuan Bajo and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

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  • Harbor Fee: 154.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy – Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Aljui Bay

Time to focus on macro on Aljui Bay.

 

Slopes with plenty to look for: fire urchins with shrimps and crabs, nudibranchs. The night dive under the pearl farm pier is one of the best in the area with the possibilities to have encounters with the very elusive walking shark.

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Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 7: Batanta

The last day will be entirely dedicated to “muck diving”. Seahorses, Octopuses, nudibranchs and rhinoplasty are some of the usual suspects we can find here.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Harbor Fee: 280.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Harbor Fee: 110.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy – Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Aljui Bay

Time to focus on macro on Aljui Bay.

 

Slopes with plenty to look for: fire urchins with shrimps and crabs, nudibranchs. The night dive under the pearl farm pier is one of the best in the area with the possibilities to have encounters with the very elusive walking shark.

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Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 7: Batanta

The last day will be entirely dedicated to “muck diving”. Seahorses, Octopuses, nudibranchs and rhinoplasty are some of the usual suspects we can find here.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

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Exclusions

  • Harbor Fee: 152.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

Start your trip to Raja Ampat, the center of marine biodiversity in the world. Visit the colorful reefs which are fed by the nutrient-rich waters from the rivers producing huge fields of soft corals, giant sea fans and clouds of planktonic feeding fishes of Triton Bay. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end of the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy & Arborek

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Arborek Jetty is part of a sloping reef in front of the island. There are schools of fish, excellent wide-angle photo opportunities under the jetty itself and good critter hunting to be done along the slopes.

 

In the late afternoon take a stroll around the village on the island and maybe join one of their soccer matches or buy a locally made sunhat.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 5: Farondi

Early morning visit to the cave of Tamulol a large cave where we can snorkel. Easy for all ages. Nearby, we will attempt to look into the jellyfish lake, as this is very dependable on the village mood.

 

Afternoon diving in 3 sisters, a dive where sift corals are at its best, and we have chanced to see Mobula rays hunting. sunset lagoon tour on the tender boats.

No. of Dives: 2 with cave visit / 4 without cave visit

Day 6: Boo & Fiabacet

This amazing string of small islands has a colorful array of great dives sites. The signature sites in the area include Boo Windows, Nudi Rock, Tank Rock and Whale Rock. The whole place is a delight for the eyes.

 

On a calm day, you can visit the amazing seamount Magic Mountain and experience cruising sharks, schooling fish and mantas cleaning. A truly spectacular dive!

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 7: Pulau Pisang

A chain of islands between Raja Ampat and Triton Bay has some excellent diving The dive site called the Dome is a seamount in the channel with good fish action; bannerfish, snappers and batfish as well as a chance to hunt for macro. Their hammerhead-shaped reef is called T-Bone and the site is covered in large colorful sponges in yellow and purple and blue. Keep your eyes open for passing sharks and eagle rays. 

 

Long Crossing to Momon.

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 8: Momon

On the way south we will stop at Mommon. There is an excellent macro dive at Tanjung Wap with decorated dartfish in shallow water, the potential for pygmy seahorses and a large swim through to explore. The seamount west of Momon has accelerating diving, schooling fish and chances for mantas.

 

Also, a visit to the waterfall at Momon. We can take the tender boats into the shore where the waterfalls directly into the sea. A perfect opportunity for a photo and you can even swim behind the falls.

 

Long Crossing to Triton Bay.

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 9, 10 and 11: Triton Bay

The unique location of Triton Bay with its current rich straits has many beautiful dive sites located around the islands of Aiduma and Namatote. Triton Bay is famous for its kaleidoscope of colors along the reef at Signature sites like Little Komodo.

 

There is the opportunity to see endemic species like the Flasher Wrasse at Flasher Beach or Leopard Anemone Shrimp at Namatote Wall or a Thin Line Wobbegong hiding under a table coral. Also recently discovered in the area are some interesting locations for macro sites with exciting and unusual nudibranchs. There may be a chance to encounter whale sharks while in the area.

 

Enjoy a great swim through under the island at another soft coral covered Signature Site, Boo’s Rainbow. For schooling fish action and more colorful reefs check out Larry’s Dive Heaven on the outside of Aiduma island.

No. of Dives: Unlimited dive and Snorkelling at the Bagan + 1 Night Dive (if there’s Whale Shark) or else 4 dives/day (day 9 & 10) and 2 dives (day 11)

 

Day 12: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Kaimana and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

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Exclusions

  • Harbor Fee: 440.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

Visit the colorful reefs which are fed by the nutrient-rich waters from the rivers producing huge fields of soft corals, giant sea fans and clouds of planktonic feeding fishes of Triton Bay. Go through the Banda Sea and its chain of islands where he spices trade took place: sheer walls, and unique encounters. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive at Kaimana

Guests will arrive in Kaimana and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai I will travel about 4 hours down to the area of Triton Bay.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2 and 3: Triton Bay

The unique location of Triton Bay with its current rich straits has many beautiful dive sites located around the islands of Aiduma and Namatote. Triton Bay is famous for its kaleidoscope of colors along the reef at Signature sites like Little Komodo.

 

There is the opportunity to see endemic species like the Flasher Wrasse at Flasher Beach or Leopard Anemone Shrimp at Namatote Wall or a Thin Line Wobbegong hiding under a table coral. Also recently discovered in the area are some interesting locations for macro sites with exciting and unusual nudibranchs. There may be a chance to encounter whale sharks while in the area.

 

Enjoy a great swim through under the island at another soft coral covered Signature Site, Boo’s Rainbow. For schooling fish action and more colorful reefs check out Larry’s Dive Heaven on the outside of Aiduma island.

No. of Dives: Unlimited dive and Snorkelling at the Bagan + 1 Night Dive (if there’s Whale Shark) or else 4 dives/day

 

Day 4: Momon

We head up the coast of Papua to Mommon. Starting in the south we can dive on the Channel Islands and then enjoy an excellent macro dive at Tanjung Wap with decorated dartfish in shallow water, the potential for pygmy seahorses and a large swim through to explore.

 

Moving a little north, we dive on a large seamount before heading into the shore to the waterfall at Momon. We can take the tender boats into the shore where the waterfalls directly into the sea. A perfect opportunity for a photo and you can even swim behind the falls.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Bui

Just north of Kei, we have the long line of Watubela islands with some great diving off the east side. We have two extensive seamounts, Ultima Frontera and Gunung Laut, to explore with schools of fish, excellent hard coral coverage, huge sponges, black-spotted morays and passing pelagics.

No. of Dives: 3

 

Day 6 and 7: Nils Desperandum & Sika

The best place in Indonesia to have a chance to spot a school of hammerheads. An atoll with walls all around it, large pelagic patrol the reefs, and the ridges in the corners are timing with life, schooling fish, large barrel sponges and fans. Great diving experience.

No. of Dives: 4/day

 

Day 8: Manuk

The island of the snakes is a smoking volcano in the middle of the Banda Sea. There is the opportunity to see both Olive Sea Snakes and the more common Banded Sea Krait which can lead to quite an exhilarating dive. There are a couple of Mobula Ray cleaning stations nestled in the black sand shallows and always the possibility of cruising sharks.

No. of Dives: 3

 

Day 9 and 10: Banda Neira

Spend some quality time around the Spice Islands in the shadow of Gunung Api volcano. There is a selection of unique dive sites including the hard coral at Lava Flow and the very fishy underwater pinnacles at Batu Kapal.

 

Tour the island in the afternoon, visit its historical buildings, Banda was the center of the spice trade and of capital importance at the time. Late in the afternoon, we will go back in the water for a world-class mandarin dive experience.

No. of Dives: 4/day

 

Day 10: Nusa Laut

There are two distinct dive sites at Nusa Laut. Akon Wall is a beautiful drop off with a natural limestone swim through in the wall. There are clouds of colorful Anthias and Damselfish hanging off the wall. Amed Slope is a sloping reef with excellent hard corals and schooling fish.

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 12: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Ambon and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Harbor Fee: 440.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2 and 3: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Manta Sandy & Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Aljui Bay

Today, we change goals and will be concentrating on macro and cool critters. Some of the signature sites in the bay include the Channel Island, White Arrow and Teardrop Wall. These are great places to see pygmy seahorses, unusual nudis, ghost pipefish. Then spend some time on the mucky sand under Cendana Dock for an amazing night dive.

 

With permission, you will be able to visit the pearl farm in the bay. Not only is this a very educational tour explaining the production of high-quality pearls, but you can also go shopping afterward.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 7: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 8: Wayilbatan

The Four Kings is a series of colorful underwater pinnacles that make an amazing dive with plenty of cool fish action. Moving later to a more sheltered spot we are in the vicinity of some great dive spots: drift along the channel at Neptune Fan Sea; explore the wall at Wedding Cake or enjoy the fish action on the ridge at Barracuda Rock.

No. of Dives: 3 or 4

 

Day 9 and 10: Boo & Fiabacet

This amazing string of small islands has a colorful array of great dives sites. The signature sites in the area include Boo Windows, Nudi Rock, Tank Rock and Whale Rock. The whole place is a delight for the eyes.

 

On a calm day, you can visit the amazing seamount Magic Mountain and experience cruising sharks, schooling fish and mantas cleaning. A truly spectacular dive!

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 11: Farondi / Balbulol

Visit the unique underwater caves at Goa Farondi and hunt for cool pygmy seahorses on the different varieties of sea fans. Nearby in the channel are the current rich pinnacles of the Three Sisters. This area is teeming with life and there is a good chance of seeing a lot of fish action.

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 12: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Harbor Fee: 242.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

Do some critter hunting in the world-class muck diving destination of Ambon harbor. Visit the chain of islands where the spices trade took place: sheer walls, and unique encounters of the Banda Sea. Go into the microenvironment fed but currents of the Indian and the Pacific oceans of Alor. Dive in the incredibly rich waters and the area is typified by crystal clear water, deep walls and pinnacles, awesome overhangs and swim-throughs, beautiful pristine corals, huge barrel sponges and large schools of fish of the Forgotten Islands. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive at Ambon

Guests will arrive in Ambon and have time to get comfortable on the boat. We will do a couple of dives in the mucky Bay of Ambon, heaven for critter hunters: Rhinopias, Frogfish. Ghost pipefish, Seahorses, pretty much the whole collection can be found in these waters.

No. of Dives: 3

 

Day 2: Nusa Laut

There are two distinct dive sites at Nusa Laut. Akon Wall is a beautiful drop off with a natural limestone swim through in the wall. There are clouds of colorful Anthias and Damselfish hanging off the wall. Amed Slope is a sloping reef with excellent hard corals and schooling fish.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Banda Neira

Spend some quality time around the Spice Islands in the shadow of Gunung Api volcano. There is a selection of unique dive sites including the hard coral at Lava Flow and the very fishy underwater pinnacles at Batu Kapal. 

 

Tour the island in the afternoon, visit its historical buildings, Banda was the center of the spice trade and of capital importance at the time. Late in the afternoon, we will go back in the water for a world-class mandarin dive experience.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Manuk

The island of the snakes is a smoking volcano in the middle of the Banda Sea. There is the opportunity to see both Olive Sea Snakes and the more common Banded Sea Krait which can lead to quite an exhilarating dive. There are a couple of Mobula Ray cleaning stations nestled in the black sand shallows and always the possibility of cruising sharks.

No. of Dives: 3

 

Day 5 and 6: Nil Desperandum & Sika

The best place in Indonesia to have a chance to spot a school of Hammerheads. An atoll with walls all around it, large pelagic patrol the reefs, and the ridges in the corners are timing with life, schooling fish, large barrel sponges and fans. Great diving experience.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 7: Damar

Just south are the Terbang islands with their steep walls and passing pelagics. Another chance to spot hammerheads and bigger fish: bump head Parrot fish, Napoleon fish swimming among extremely heathy corals.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 8: Moora

Adrenaline diving when the current sweeps over the ridge on the northwest of the island. There are big schools of Bumphead parrotfish, trevally, longfin spadefish, blackfin barracuda, white mouth unicornfish and some cool critters to find when you can catch your breath.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 9: Babar

Seamount on the southwest of Babar, great hard corals in the shallows and sloping reefs with giant barrel sponges. Large schooling of fusiliers that will attack tunas, wahoos and other pelagic. Good chances to see reef sharks.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 10: Dai

Tertuti Wall is a beautiful wall carpeted in vibrant orange and yellow soft corals and huge sea fans. There are schools of butterflyfish and anthias hanging just off the wall and larger schools further out. With plenty of ledges and overhangs to make the dive interesting, there is even an arch for photo opportunities.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 11: Pulau Dawera

Some of the healthiest and balanced coral reef. Abundant life consists of a school of bigeye trevally, fusiliers, enormous Napoleon Wrasse, patrolling Dogtooth Tuna and a series of Sharks. A perfect way to complete the trip with the last 2 dives here to enjoy the beautiful reef and amazing fish life.

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 12: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Saumlaki and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Harbor Fee: 440.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Harbor Fee: 480.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy – Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Aljui Bay

Time to focus on macro on Aljui Bay.

 

Slopes with plenty to look for: fire urchins with shrimps and crabs, nudibranchs. The night dive under the pearl farm pier is one of the best in the area with the possibilities to have encounters with the very elusive walking shark.

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Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 7: Batanta

The last day will be entirely dedicated to “muck diving”. Seahorses, Octopuses, nudibranchs and rhinoplasty are some of the usual suspects we can find here.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Harbor Fee: 280.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2 and 3: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Manta Sandy & Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Aljui Bay

Today, we change goals and will be concentrating on macro and cool critters. Some of the signature sites in the bay include the Channel Island, White Arrow and Teardrop Wall. These are great places to see pygmy seahorses, unusual nudis, ghost pipefish. Then spend some time on the mucky sand under Cendana Dock for an amazing night dive.

 

With permission, you will be able to visit the pearl farm in the bay. Not only is this a very educational tour explaining the production of high-quality pearls, but you can also go shopping afterward.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 7: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 8: Wayilbatan

The Four Kings is a series of colorful underwater pinnacles that make an amazing dive with plenty of cool fish action. Moving later to a more sheltered spot we are in the vicinity of some great dive spots: drift along the channel at Neptune Fan Sea; explore the wall at Wedding Cake or enjoy the fish action on the ridge at Barracuda Rock.

No. of Dives: 3 or 4

 

Day 9 and 10: Boo & Fiabacet

This amazing string of small islands has a colorful array of great dives sites. The signature sites in the area include Boo Windows, Nudi Rock, Tank Rock and Whale Rock. The whole place is a delight for the eyes.

 

On a calm day, you can visit the amazing seamount Magic Mountain and experience cruising sharks, schooling fish and mantas cleaning. A truly spectacular dive!

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 11: Farondi / Balbulol

Visit the unique underwater caves at Goa Farondi and hunt for cool pygmy seahorses on the different varieties of sea fans. Nearby in the channel are the current rich pinnacles of the Three Sisters. This area is teeming with life and there is a good chance of seeing a lot of fish action.

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 12: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Harbor Fee: 440.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy – Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Aljui Bay

Time to focus on macro on Aljui Bay.

 

Slopes with plenty to look for: fire urchins with shrimps and crabs, nudibranchs. The night dive under the pearl farm pier is one of the best in the area with the possibilities to have encounters with the very elusive walking shark.

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Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 7: Batanta

The last day will be entirely dedicated to “muck diving”. Seahorses, Octopuses, nudibranchs and rhinoplasty are some of the usual suspects we can find here.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

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Exclusions

  • Harbor Fee: 280.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2 and 3: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Manta Sandy & Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Aljui Bay

Today, we change goals and will be concentrating on macro and cool critters. Some of the signature sites in the bay include the Channel Island, White Arrow and Teardrop Wall. These are great places to see pygmy seahorses, unusual nudis, ghost pipefish. Then spend some time on the mucky sand under Cendana Dock for an amazing night dive.

 

With permission, you will be able to visit the pearl farm in the bay. Not only is this a very educational tour explaining the production of high-quality pearls, but you can also go shopping afterward.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 7: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 8: Wayilbatan

The Four Kings is a series of colorful underwater pinnacles that make an amazing dive with plenty of cool fish action. Moving later to a more sheltered spot we are in the vicinity of some great dive spots: drift along the channel at Neptune Fan Sea; explore the wall at Wedding Cake or enjoy the fish action on the ridge at Barracuda Rock.

No. of Dives: 3 or 4

 

Day 9 and 10: Boo & Fiabacet

This amazing string of small islands has a colorful array of great dives sites. The signature sites in the area include Boo Windows, Nudi Rock, Tank Rock and Whale Rock. The whole place is a delight for the eyes.

 

On a calm day, you can visit the amazing seamount Magic Mountain and experience cruising sharks, schooling fish and mantas cleaning. A truly spectacular dive!

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 11: Farondi / Balbulol

Visit the unique underwater caves at Goa Farondi and hunt for cool pygmy seahorses on the different varieties of sea fans. Nearby in the channel are the current rich pinnacles of the Three Sisters. This area is teeming with life and there is a good chance of seeing a lot of fish action.

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 12: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

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Exclusions

  • Harbor Fee: 440.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy – Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Aljui Bay

Time to focus on macro on Aljui Bay.

 

Slopes with plenty to look for: fire urchins with shrimps and crabs, nudibranchs. The night dive under the pearl farm pier is one of the best in the area with the possibilities to have encounters with the very elusive walking shark.

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Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 7: Batanta

The last day will be entirely dedicated to “muck diving”. Seahorses, Octopuses, nudibranchs and rhinoplasty are some of the usual suspects we can find here.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Harbor Fee: 280.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

Start your trip in Raja Ampat, the center of marine biodiversity in the world. Pass through Mapia, which sits closeby to a military base and contains an underwater world that is pristine and untouched; no fisherman or tourism. Finish the trip in Cenderawasih Bay, famous for its resident population of whale sharks but there is also WWII history, beautiful reefs and endemic fish. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard-coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

 

Long Crossing to Farondi.

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy & Arborek

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Arborek Jetty is part of a sloping reef in front of the island. There are schools of fish, excellent wide-angle photo opportunities under the jetty itself and good critter hunting to be done along the slopes.

 

In the late afternoon take a stroll around the village on the island and maybe join in one of their soccer matches or buy a locally made sunhat.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end of the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Pulau Dua

Half-way between Raja Ampat and Cenderawasih bay we will make a stop in these small islands where remains of the second world war were thrown into the sea making a small, but superb reefs where life concentrates in large numbers. Big school of yellow grunt, large napoleon fish or barramundis find shelter. In the evening, if the conditions so consider, we will go to the beach to see the leatherback turtle nesting.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 6 and 7: Mapia

The last atoll in Indonesian waters, very close to the border with Palau, too remote for fisherman to go, and protected by a small navy post, The combination of all these factors mean only one thing: superb diving: pristine waters, hard corals and drop-offs and a tremendous amount of fish. Rare opportunity to see reefs in the way they were many years ago, and a delight to all our senses.

No. of Dives: 4 and 3

 

Day 8: Pulau Manim

Manim is home to calm waters and 7 sunken landing craft left behind after WWII. These are in a variety of depths from 5 to 25m and are covered in a variety of hard and soft corals.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 9: Outer Atolls

The outer atolls of Cenderawasih Bay are some of the fishiest sites of the area, located inside the National Park. Wild Fish Ridge and Spag point are two particular favorites. It is here that we can view so many of the endemic species that led this to be called the Galapagos of the East.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 10: Tanjung Manguar / Pulau Nusir

Tanjung Mangguar is an extensive dive site with a wall on one side and a plateau of hard corals on the other. There are some magnificent sponges and lots of plump soft corals to add some color to the reef. This is a good chance to see some of the endemic fish species and there is a school of resident blackfin barracuda.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 11/12: Teluk Wororomi

This is the Whale Shark bay and the local fishing platforms attract many of the ocean’s largest fish. After local reporting is complete divers will be offered an open dive-deck so that they may spend as much time as possible in the water with these amazing creatures.

 

The Whale Sharks here are a resident population of pre-adolescents, mainly males, who are come to the platforms to feed on the small baitfish that sit in the nets that hang beneath. They are apparently unconcerned by divers and tirelessly circle back, again and again, to feed upon morsels of fish hand-fed to them by the fishermen who regard them as good luck.

No. of Dives: Unlimited dives/snorkeling + 1 night dive

 

Day 13: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

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Exclusions

  • Harbor Fee: 480.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

Cenderawasih Bay is famous for its resident population of whale sharks but there is also WWII history, beautiful reefs and endemic fish. Mapia sits closeby to a military base and contains an underwater world that is pristine and untouched; no fisherman or tourism. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive at Nabire

The flight usually arrives in Nabire in the morning and you will go directly to Damai and make yourselves comfortable. We will start moving late in the afternoon towards our first destination.

No. of Dives: 0

 

Day 2 and 3: Teluk Wororomi

This is the Whale Shark bay and the local fishing platforms attract many of the ocean’s largest fish. After local reporting is complete divers will be offered an open dive-deck so that they may spend as much time as possible in the water with these amazing creatures.

 

The Whale Sharks here are a resident population of pre-adolescents, mainly males, who are come to the platforms to feed on the small baitfish that sit in the nets that hang beneath. They are apparently unconcerned by divers and tirelessly circle back, again and again, to feed upon morsels of fish hand-fed to them by the fishermen who regard them as good luck.

No. of Dives: Unlimited dives/snorkeling + 1 night dive

 

Day 4: Tanjung Manguar / Pulau Nusir

Tanjung Mangguar is an extensive dive site with a wall on one side and a plateau of hard corals on the other. There are some magnificent sponges and lots of plump soft corals to add some color to the reef. This is a good chance to see some of the endemic fish species and there is a school of resident blackfin barracuda.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Roon

Two dive sites here offer the chance for some nice critter diving with a chance to see Boxer Crabs, colorful Notodoris nudis and maybe a Popcorn shrimp or two. Also here is an impressive Tridacna Clam sitting in the middle of a sand patch.

 

After lunch, there is an opportunity to visit a local village and later two more dives in the area where guests might find the ever-elusive Denise Pygmy seahorse or maybe see a downed Japanese fighter aircraft.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6 and 7: Outer Atolls

The outer atolls of Cenderawasih Bay are some of the fishiest sites of the area, located inside the National Park. Wild Fish Ridge and Spag point are two particular favorites. It is here that we can view so many of the endemic species that led this to be called the Galapagos of the East.

No. of Dives: 4/day

 

Day 8: Manim

Manim is home to calm waters and 7 sunken landing craft left behind after WWII. These are in a variety of depths from 5 to 25m and are covered in a variety of hard and soft corals.

No. of Dives: 3

 

Day 9 and 10: Mapia

The last atoll in Indonesian waters, very close to the border with Palau, too remote for fisherman to go, and protected by a small navy post, The combination of all these factors mean only one thing: superb diving: pristine waters, hard corals and drop-offs and a tremendous amount of fish. Rare opportunity to see reefs in the way they were many years ago, and a delight to all our senses.

No. of Dives: 4/day

 

Day 11: Crossing

On the last day we will be in the ocean crossing back from Mapia to our final destination, time to wash and dry gear, and with certainty talk about the great experiences of the trip.

No. of Dives: 0

 

Day 12: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Biak and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

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Exclusions

  • Harbor Fee: 440.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

Cenderawasih Bay is famous for its resident population of whale sharks but there is also WWII history, beautiful reefs and endemic fish. Mapia sits closeby to a military base and contains an underwater world that is pristine and untouched; no fisherman or tourism. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive at Biak

The flight usually arrives in Biak in the morning and you will go directly to Damai and make yourselves comfortable. We will start moving late in the afternoon towards a wreck outside the harbor where we will do our first dive of the trip.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Biak Northern Atolls

We will dedicate the first day of diving to exploring uncharted waters. Surrounded by waters as deep as 5,000 meters, a series of uninhabited atolls offer us the perfect possibility to dedicate time to find new and exciting dive sites.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Roon

Two dive sites here offer the chance for some nice critter diving with a chance to see Boxer Crabs, colorful Notodoris nudis and maybe a Popcorn shrimp or two. Also here is an impressive Tridacna Clam sitting in the middle of a sand patch.

 

After lunch, there is an opportunity to visit a local village and later two more dives in the area where guests might find the ever-elusive Denise Pygmy seahorse or maybe see a downed Japanese fighter aircraft.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Outer Atolls

The outer atolls of Cenderawasih Bay are some of the fishiest sites of the area, located inside the National Park. Wild Fish Ridge and Spag point are two particular favorites. It is here that we can view so many of the endemic species that led this to be called the Galapagos of the East.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Tanjung Manguar / Pulau Nusir

Tanjung Mangguar is an extensive dive site with a wall on one side and a plateau of hard corals on the other. There are some magnificent sponges and lots of plump soft corals to add some color to the reef. This is a good chance to see some of the endemic fish species and there is a school of resident blackfin barracuda.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6 and 7: Teluk Wororomi

This is the Whale Shark bay and the local fishing platforms attract many of the ocean’s largest fish. After local reporting is complete divers will be offered an open dive-deck so that they may spend as much time as possible in the water with these amazing creatures.

 

The Whale Sharks here are a resident population of pre-adolescents, mainly males, who are come to the platforms to feed on the small baitfish that sit in the nets that hang beneath. They are apparently unconcerned by divers and tirelessly circle back, again and again, to feed upon morsels of fish hand-fed to them by the fishermen who regard them as good luck.

No. of Dives: Unlimited dives/snorkeling + 1 night dive

 

Day 8: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Nabire and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Harbor Fee: 280.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy – Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Aljui Bay

Time to focus on macro on Aljui Bay.

 

Slopes with plenty to look for: fire urchins with shrimps and crabs, nudibranchs. The night dive under the pearl farm pier is one of the best in the area with the possibilities to have encounters with the very elusive walking shark.

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Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 7: Batanta

The last day will be entirely dedicated to “muck diving”. Seahorses, Octopuses, nudibranchs and rhinoplasty are some of the usual suspects we can find here.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

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Exclusions

  • Harbor Fee: 154.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

Cenderawasih Bay is famous for its resident population of whale sharks but there is also WWII history, beautiful reefs and endemic fish. Mapia sits closeby to a military base and contains an underwater world that is pristine and untouched; no fisherman or tourism. Finalize your trip to Raja Ampat, the center of marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive at Nabire

The flight usually arrives in Nabire in the morning and you will go directly to Damai and make yourselves comfortable. We will start moving late in the afternoon towards our first destination.

No. of Dives: 0

 

Day 2 and 3: Teluk Wororomi

This is the Whale Shark bay and the local fishing platforms attract many of the ocean’s largest fish. After local reporting is complete divers will be offered an open dive-deck so that they may spend as much time as possible in the water with these amazing creatures.

 

The Whale Sharks here are a resident population of pre-adolescents, mainly males, who are come to the platforms to feed on the small baitfish that sit in the nets that hang beneath. They are apparently unconcerned by divers and tirelessly circle back, again and again, to feed upon morsels of fish hand-fed to them by the fishermen who regard them as good luck.

No. of Dives: Unlimited dives/snorkeling + 1 night dive

 

Day 4: Tanjung Manguar / Pulau Nusir

Tanjung Mangguar is an extensive dive site with a wall on one side and a plateau of hard corals on the other. There are some magnificent sponges and lots of plump soft corals to add some color to the reef. This is a good chance to see some of the endemic fish species and there is a school of resident blackfin barracuda.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Outer Atolls

The outer atolls of Cenderawasih Bay are some of the fishiest sites of the area, located inside the National Park. Wild Fish Ridge and Spag point are two particular favorites. It is here that we can view so many of the endemic species that led this to be called the Galapagos of the East.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Pulau Manim

Manim is home to calm waters and 7 sunken landing craft left behind after WWII. These are in a variety of depths from 5 to 25m and are covered in a variety of hard and soft corals.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 7 and 8: Mapia

The last atoll in Indonesian waters, very close to the border with Palau, too remote for fisherman to go, and protected by a small navy post, The combination of all these factors mean only one thing: superb diving: pristine waters, hard corals and drop-offs and a tremendous amount of fish. Rare opportunity to see reefs in the way they were many years ago, and a delight to all our senses.

No. of Dives: 4 and 3

 

Day 9: Pulau Dua

Half-way between Raja Ampat and Cenderawasih bay we will make a stop in these small islands where remains of the second world war were thrown into the sea making a small, but superb reefs where life concentrates in large numbers. Big school of yellow grunt, large napoleon fish or barramundis find shelter. In the evening, if the conditions so consider, we will go to the beach to see the leatherback turtle nesting.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 10: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end of the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 11: Manta Sandy & Arborek

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Arborek Jetty is part of a sloping reef in front of the island. There are schools of fish, excellent wide-angle photo opportunities under the jetty itself and good critter hunting to be done along the slopes.

 

In the late afternoon take a stroll around the village on the island and maybe join in one of their soccer matches or buy a locally made sunhat.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 12: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard-coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

 

Long Crossing to Farondi.

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 13: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

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  • Harbor Fee: 480.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy – Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Aljui Bay

Time to focus on macro on Aljui Bay.

 

Slopes with plenty to look for: fire urchins with shrimps and crabs, nudibranchs. The night dive under the pearl farm pier is one of the best in the area with the possibilities to have encounters with the very elusive walking shark.

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Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 7: Batanta

The last day will be entirely dedicated to “muck diving”. Seahorses, Octopuses, nudibranchs and rhinoplasty are some of the usual suspects we can find here.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Harbor Fee: 140.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

Start your trip in Raja Ampat, the center of marine biodiversity in the world. Dive in the incredibly rich waters and the area is typified by crystal clear water, deep walls and pinnacles, awesome overhangs and swim-throughs, beautiful pristine corals, huge barrel sponges and large schools of fish of the Forgotten Islands. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Farondi / Balbulol

No Contest and Love Potion No.9 near the island of Balbulol are a string of underwater ridges rich in current and therefore colorful soft corals and sea fans. Spend your time looking in the blue for schooling pelagics and often the beautiful Mobula Rays.

 

To the east is the island of Farondi. Visit the unique underwater caves at Goa Farondi and hunt for cool pygmy seahorses on the different varieties of sea fans. Nearby in the channel are the current rich pinnacles of the Three Sisters. This area is teeming with life and there is a good chance of seeing a lot of fish action.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Wayilbatan

The Four Kings is a series of colorful underwater pinnacles that make an amazing dive with plenty of cool fish action. Moving later to a more sheltered spot we are in the vicinity of some great dive spots: drift along the channel at Neptune Fan Sea; explore the wall at Wedding Cake or enjoy the fish action on the ridge at Barracuda Rock.

No. of Dives: 3 or 4

 

Day 4: Boo & Fiabacet

This amazing string of small islands has a colorful array of great dives sites. The signature sites in the area include Boo Windows, Nudi Rock, Tank Rock and Whale Rock. The whole place is a delight for the eyes.

 

On a calm day, you can visit the amazing seamount Magic Mountain and experience cruising sharks, schooling fish and mantas cleaning. A truly spectacular dive!

No. of Dives: 3

 

Day 5: Koon

At the far eastern end of Seram there is the island of Koon. There is only a single dive site, but it is well worth diving it twice. Too Many Fish! is a sloping reef that drops off into the deep and there are plenty of pelagic hanging around here; giant trevally and large tunas come in to feed, schools of snapper and barracuda hang off the drop-off. There are some cool coral heads in the shallows to explore at the end of the dive. After the second dive, we will move towards the center of the Spice Island trade: Banda

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 6: Bui

Just north of Kei we have the long line of Watubela islands with some great diving off the east side. We have two extensive seamounts, Ultima Frontera and Gunung Laut, to explore with schools of fish, excellent hard coral coverage, huge sponges, black-spotted morays and passing pelagics.

No. of Dives: 3

 

Day 7: Manuk

The island of the snakes is a smoking volcano in the middle of the Banda Sea. There is the opportunity to see both Olive Sea Snakes and the more common Banded Sea Krait which can lead to quite an exhilarating dive. There are a couple of Mobula Ray cleaning stations nestled in the black sand shallows and always the possibility of cruising sharks.

No. of Dives: 3

 

Day 8: Nils Desperandum

The best place in Indonesia to have a chance to spot a school of Hammerheads. An atoll with walls all around it, large pelagic patrol the reefs, and the ridges in the corners are timing with life, schooling fish, large barrel sponges and fans. Great diving experience.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 9: Dai

Tertuti Wall is a beautiful wall carpeted in vibrant orange and yellow soft corals and huge sea fans. There are schools of butterflyfish and anthias hanging just off the wall and larger schools further out. With plenty of ledges and overhangs to make the dive interesting, there is even an arch for photo opportunities.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 10: Pulau Dawera

Some of the healthiest and balanced coral reef. Abundant life consists of a school of bigeye trevally, fusiliers, enormous Napoleon Wrasse, patrolling Dogtooth Tuna and a series of Sharks. A perfect way to complete the trip with the last 2 dives here to enjoy the beautiful reef and amazing fish life.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 11: Tanimbar Exploration

It is always exciting to spend one day chartering new areas along the way. We will look at the charts and try places where deep waters might bring nutrients into shallower areas in the search for the next best dive.

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 12: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Saumlaki and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

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Exclusions

  • Harbor Fee: 220.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

Dive in the incredibly rich waters and the area is typified by crystal clear water, deep walls and pinnacles, awesome overhangs and swim-throughs, beautiful pristine corals, huge barrel sponges and large schools of fish of the Forgotten Islands. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive at Saumlaki

Guests will arrive in Saumlaki and have time to get comfortable on the boat. We will start traveling towards the Forgotten Islands once all customer is on board and clearance is granted by the local authorities

No. of Dives: 0

 

Day 2: Pulau Dawera

Some of the healthiest and balanced coral reef. Abundant life consists of a school of bigeye trevally, fusiliers, enormous Napoleon Wrasse, patrolling Dogtooth Tuna and a series of Sharks. A perfect way to complete the trip with the last 2 dives here to enjoy the beautiful reef and amazing fish life.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Babar

Seamount on the southwest of Babar, great hard corals in the shallows and sloping reefs with giant barrel sponges. Large schooling of fusiliers that will attack tunas, wahoos and other pelagic. Good chances to see reef sharks.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Dai

Tertuti Wall is a beautiful wall carpeted in vibrant orange and yellow soft corals and huge sea fans. There are schools of butterflyfish and anthias hanging just off the wall and larger schools further out. With plenty of ledges and overhangs to make the dive interesting, there is even an arch for photo opportunities.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Damar

Just south are the Terbang islands with their steep walls and passing pelagics. Another chance to spot hammerheads and bigger fish: bump head Parrotfish, Napoleon fish swimming among extremely healthy corals.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Nil Desperandum

The best place in Indonesia to have a chance to spot a school of hammerheads. An atoll with walls all around it, large pelagic patrol the reefs, and the ridges in the corners are timing with life, schooling fish, large barrel sponges and fans. Great diving experience.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 7: Manuk

The island of the snakes is a smoking volcano in the middle of the Banda Sea. There is the opportunity to see both Olive Sea Snakes and the more common Banded Sea Krait which can lead to quite an exhilarating dive. There are a couple of Mobula Ray cleaning stations nestled in the black sand shallows and always the possibility of cruising sharks.

No. of Dives: 3

 

Day 8/9: Bui

Just north of Kei we have the long line of Watubela islands with some great diving off the east side. We have two extensive seamounts, Ultima Frontera and Gunung Laut, to explore with schools of fish, excellent hard coral coverage, huge sponges, black-spotted morays and passing pelagics.

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 10/11: Tanimbar Exploration

It is always exciting to spend one day chartering new areas along the way. We will look at the charts and try places where deep waters might bring nutrients into shallower areas in the search for the next best dive.

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 12: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Saumlaki and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Harbor Fee: 440.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Harbor Fee: 440.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

Do some critter hunting in the world-class muck diving destination of Ambon harbor. Go through the Banda Sea and its chain of islands where he spices trade took place: sheer walls, and unique encounters. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive at Ambon

Guests will arrive in Ambon and have time to get comfortable on the boat. We will do a couple of dives in the mucky Bay of Ambon, heaven for critter hunters: Rhinopias, Frogfish. Ghost pipefish, Seahorses, pretty much the whole collection can be found in these waters.

No. of Dives: 3

 

Day 2: Nusa Laut

There are two distinct dive sites at Nusa Laut. Akon Wall is a beautiful drop off with a natural limestone swim through in the wall. There are clouds of colorful Anthias and Damselfish hanging off the wall. Amed Slope is a sloping reef with excellent hard corals and schooling fish.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Banda Neira

Spend some quality time around the Spice Islands in the shadow of Gunung Api volcano. There is a selection of unique dive sites including the hard coral at Lava Flow and the very fishy underwater pinnacles at Batu Kapal. 

 

Tour the island in the afternoon, visit its historical buildings, Banda was the center of the spice trade and of capital importance at the time. Late in the afternoon, we will go back in the water for a world-class mandarin dive experience.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Manuk

The island of the snakes is a smoking volcano in the middle of the Banda Sea. There is the opportunity to see both Olive Sea Snakes and the more common Banded Sea Krait which can lead to quite an exhilarating dive. There are a couple of Mobula Ray cleaning stations nestled in the black sand shallows and always the possibility of cruising sharks.

No. of Dives: 3

 

Day 5 and 6: Nil Desperandum & Serua

The best place in Indonesia to have a chance to spot a school of hammerheads. An atoll with walls all around it, large pelagic patrol the reefs, and the ridges in the corners are timing with life, schooling fish, large barrel sponges and fans. Great diving experience.

No. of Dives: 4 and 2

 

Day 7: Pulau Pador Exploration

After a long crossing from Nil (about 115 Miles), we will explore some of the islands West to our destination for the last day of diving. Searching for new frontiers, we will have our final 2 dives in these unchartered waters. 

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 8: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Tual and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Harbor Fee: 210.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Harbor Fee: 330.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

Go into the microenvironment fed but currents of the Indian and the Pacific oceans of Alor. Komodo: the land that time forgot. This World Heritage Site has action-packed diving, prehistoric Komodo dragons and spectacular scenery. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive at Kupang

Guests will arrive in Kupang and have time to get comfortable on the boat. There is a large crossing towards the Alor region, and we will depart once we have settled on the boat.

No. of Dives: 0

 

Day 2: Pantar Straits (East)

The beautiful rocky formation, and abundant life around the patches between the walls. We do see timid Mola Molas on the surface and schooling dolphins hang in the near open waters.

 

On the south-east of Pantar, Beangabang Bay has one of the top night dives in the country: the chance to hunt for octopus, ghost pipefish, unusual shrimp, Bobbitt worms colorful nudibranchs and lots of juvenile fish.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Rusa

This is a collection of 3 small islands in the middle of the cold water currents that flow between the islands of Kawula and Pantar. Spectacular rock formation, totally covered with corals, hard and soft, crinoids, anemones. Almost impossible to find any space. In the shallow clouds of red anthias, deeper large snappers, sweetlips, giant groupers, passing sharks. As pure as it gets.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Tanjung Bacatan & Komba

In the north of Kawula island, Tanjung Bacatan is a classic. The deep slope that gently gives way a wall, passing Tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are expected to be spotted. After two dives we sail towards the volcano of Komba, active until very recently and always a beautiful sight. We will look for whales on our way.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Batu Boga

A big surprise for this last day of diving. Great corals, great sea fans, lots of schooling grunts and snappers, turtles, and quite a few black tip. Without a doubt, a world-class diving site.

 

Long crossing to Komodo

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 6/7: Sebolan Kecil & North Komodo

After a long crossing along the north shore of the island of Flores, we will arrive at the boundaries of the Komodo national park: Easy nice slopes, healthy corals and the possibility of an encounter with eagle rays that tend to hover close to the reef. After two dives, it is time to get ready for the National park and we will move towards the Northern area of Komodo for some adrenaline dives along Lawa Laut and “The Passage”.

No. of Dives: 8

 

Day 8/9: Central Komodo & Wainilu

Into the middle of the channel to dive the Signature site of Batu Bolong; the ‘Rock with the Hole’. This is a beautiful reef dive with plenty of fish, turtles and passing pelagics. For a macro dive head to the small island of Wainilu on the north coast of Rinca. Diving along the sand slope in front of the beach should prove an excellent opportunity for critter hunting and some unusual nudibranchs.

 

This is the gateway to enjoy an afternoon walk in the park to view the prehistoric Komodo dragon. You may also see monkeys, water buffalo and wild boar or just enjoy the panoramic views over the park.

No. of Dives: 8

 

Day 10/11: Gili Lawa Laut

For some of the best schooling fish action in Komodo, we will head to the north of the park and dive on two seamounts called Crystal Rock and Castle Rock. Keep you eyes open for cruising sharks amongst the clouds of schooling fish.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 12: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Labuan Bajo and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

 

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

 

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board

 

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Exclusions

  • Harbor Fee: 330.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Harbor Fee: 275.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

Go into the microenvironment fed but currents of the Indian and the Pacific oceans of Alor. Komodo: the land that time forgot. This World Heritage Site has action-packed diving, prehistoric Komodo dragons and spectacular scenery. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive at Kupang

Guests will arrive in Kupang and have time to get comfortable on the boat. There is a large crossing towards the Alor region, and we will depart once we have settled on the boat.

No. of Dives: 0

 

Day 2: Pantar Straits (East)

The beautiful rocky formation, and abundant life around the patches between the walls. We do see timid Mola Molas on the surface and schooling dolphins hang in the near open waters.

 

On the south-east of Pantar, Beangabang Bay has one of the top night dives in the country: the chance to hunt for octopus, ghost pipefish, unusual shrimp, Bobbitt worms colorful nudibranchs and lots of juvenile fish.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Rusa

This is a collection of 3 small islands in the middle of the cold water currents that flow between the islands of Kawula and Pantar. Spectacular rock formation, totally covered with corals, hard and soft, crinoids, anemones. Almost impossible to find any space. In the shallow clouds of red anthias, deeper large snappers, sweetlips, giant groupers, passing sharks. As pure as it gets.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Tanjung Bacatan & Komba

In the north of Kawula island, Tanjung Bacatan is a classic. The deep slope that gently gives way a wall, passing Tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are expected to be spotted. After two dives we sail towards the volcano of Komba, active until very recently and always a beautiful sight. We will look for whales on our way.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Batu Boga

A big surprise for this last day of diving. Great corals, great sea fans, lots of schooling grunts and snappers, turtles, and quite a few black tip. Without a doubt, a world-class diving site.

 

Long crossing to Komodo

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 6: Sebolan Kecil & North Komodo

After a long crossing along the north shore of the island of Flores, we will arrive at the boundaries of the Komodo national park: Easy nice slopes, healthy corals and the possibility of an encounter with eagle rays that tend to hover close to the reef. After two dives, it is time to get ready for the National park and we will move towards the Northern area of Komodo for some adrenaline dives along Lawa Laut and “The Passage”.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 7/8: Central Komodo & Wainilu

Into the middle of the channel to dive the Signature site of Batu Bolong; the ‘Rock with the Hole’. This is a beautiful reef dive with plenty of fish, turtles and passing pelagics. For a macro dive head to the small island of Wainilu on the north coast of Rinca. Diving along the sand slope in front of the beach should prove an excellent opportunity for critter hunting and some unusual nudibranchs.

 

This is the gateway to enjoy an afternoon walk in the park to view the prehistoric Komodo dragon. You may also see monkeys, water buffalo and wild boar or just enjoy the panoramic views over the park.

No. of Dives: 8

 

Day 9: Gili Lawa Laut

For some of the best schooling fish action in Komodo, we will head to the north of the park and dive on two seamounts called Crystal Rock and Castle Rock. Keep you eyes open for cruising sharks amongst the clouds of schooling fish.

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 10: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Labuan Bajo and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

 

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

 

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board

 

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Harbor Fee: 80.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2 and 3: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Manta Sandy & Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Aljui Bay

Today, we change goals and will be concentrating on macro and cool critters. Some of the signature sites in the bay include the Channel Island, White Arrow and Teardrop Wall. These are great places to see pygmy seahorses, unusual nudis, ghost pipefish. Then spend some time on the mucky sand under Cendana Dock for an amazing night dive.

 

With permission, you will be able to visit the pearl farm in the bay. Not only is this a very educational tour explaining the production of high-quality pearls, but you can also go shopping afterward.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 7: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 8: Wayilbatan

The Four Kings is a series of colorful underwater pinnacles that make an amazing dive with plenty of cool fish action. Moving later to a more sheltered spot we are in the vicinity of some great dive spots: drift along the channel at Neptune Fan Sea; explore the wall at Wedding Cake or enjoy the fish action on the ridge at Barracuda Rock.

No. of Dives: 3 or 4

 

Day 9 and 10: Boo & Fiabacet

This amazing string of small islands has a colorful array of great dives sites. The signature sites in the area include Boo Windows, Nudi Rock, Tank Rock and Whale Rock. The whole place is a delight for the eyes.

 

On a calm day, you can visit the amazing seamount Magic Mountain and experience cruising sharks, schooling fish and mantas cleaning. A truly spectacular dive!

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 11: Farondi / Balbulol

Visit the unique underwater caves at Goa Farondi and hunt for cool pygmy seahorses on the different varieties of sea fans. Nearby in the channel are the current rich pinnacles of the Three Sisters. This area is teeming with life and there is a good chance of seeing a lot of fish action.

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 12: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

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Exclusions

  • Harbor Fee: 154.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 4: Boo & Fiabacet

This amazing string of small islands has a colorful array of great dives sites. The signature sites in the area include Boo Windows, Nudi Rock, Tank Rock and Whale Rock. The whole place is a delight for the eyes.

 

On a calm day, you can visit the amazing seamount Magic Mountain and experience cruising sharks, schooling fish and mantas cleaning. A truly spectacular dive!

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Farondi / Balbulol

Visit the unique underwater caves at Goa Farondi and hunt for cool pygmy seahorses on the different varieties of sea fans. Nearby in the channel are the current rich pinnacles of the Three Sisters. This area is teeming with life and there is a good chance of seeing a lot of fish action.

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Harbor Fee: 154.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy – Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Aljui Bay

Time to focus on macro on Aljui Bay.

 

Slopes with plenty to look for: fire urchins with shrimps and crabs, nudibranchs. The night dive under the pearl farm pier is one of the best in the area with the possibilities to have encounters with the very elusive walking shark.

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Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 7: Batanta

The last day will be entirely dedicated to “muck diving”. Seahorses, Octopuses, nudibranchs and rhinoplasty are some of the usual suspects we can find here.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Harbor Fee: 154.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 4: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy – Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Aljui Bay

Time to focus on macro on Aljui Bay.

 

Slopes with plenty to look for: fire urchins with shrimps and crabs, nudibranchs. The night dive under the pearl farm pier is one of the best in the area with the possibilities to have encounters with the very elusive walking shark.

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Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 7: Batanta

The last day will be entirely dedicated to “muck diving”. Seahorses, Octopuses, nudibranchs and rhinoplasty are some of the usual suspects we can find here.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy – Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Aljui Bay

Time to focus on macro on Aljui Bay.

 

Slopes with plenty to look for: fire urchins with shrimps and crabs, nudibranchs. The night dive under the pearl farm pier is one of the best in the area with the possibilities to have encounters with the very elusive walking shark.

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Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 7: Batanta

The last day will be entirely dedicated to “muck diving”. Seahorses, Octopuses, nudibranchs and rhinoplasty are some of the usual suspects we can find here.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 4: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy – Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Aljui Bay

Time to focus on macro on Aljui Bay.

 

Slopes with plenty to look for: fire urchins with shrimps and crabs, nudibranchs. The night dive under the pearl farm pier is one of the best in the area with the possibilities to have encounters with the very elusive walking shark.

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Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 7: Batanta

The last day will be entirely dedicated to “muck diving”. Seahorses, Octopuses, nudibranchs and rhinoplasty are some of the usual suspects we can find here.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy – Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Aljui Bay

Time to focus on macro on Aljui Bay.

 

Slopes with plenty to look for: fire urchins with shrimps and crabs, nudibranchs. The night dive under the pearl farm pier is one of the best in the area with the possibilities to have encounters with the very elusive walking shark.

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Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 7: Batanta

The last day will be entirely dedicated to “muck diving”. Seahorses, Octopuses, nudibranchs and rhinoplasty are some of the usual suspects we can find here.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 4: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy – Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Aljui Bay

Time to focus on macro on Aljui Bay.

 

Slopes with plenty to look for: fire urchins with shrimps and crabs, nudibranchs. The night dive under the pearl farm pier is one of the best in the area with the possibilities to have encounters with the very elusive walking shark.

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Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 7: Batanta

The last day will be entirely dedicated to “muck diving”. Seahorses, Octopuses, nudibranchs and rhinoplasty are some of the usual suspects we can find here.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2 and 3: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Manta Sandy & Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Aljui Bay

Today, we change goals and will be concentrating on macro and cool critters. Some of the signature sites in the bay include the Channel Island, White Arrow and Teardrop Wall. These are great places to see pygmy seahorses, unusual nudis, ghost pipefish. Then spend some time on the mucky sand under Cendana Dock for an amazing night dive.

 

With permission, you will be able to visit the pearl farm in the bay. Not only is this a very educational tour explaining the production of high-quality pearls, but you can also go shopping afterward.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 7: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 8: Wayilbatan

The Four Kings is a series of colorful underwater pinnacles that make an amazing dive with plenty of cool fish action. Moving later to a more sheltered spot we are in the vicinity of some great dive spots: drift along the channel at Neptune Fan Sea; explore the wall at Wedding Cake or enjoy the fish action on the ridge at Barracuda Rock.

No. of Dives: 3 or 4

 

Day 9 and 10: Boo & Fiabacet

This amazing string of small islands has a colorful array of great dives sites. The signature sites in the area include Boo Windows, Nudi Rock, Tank Rock and Whale Rock. The whole place is a delight for the eyes.

 

On a calm day, you can visit the amazing seamount Magic Mountain and experience cruising sharks, schooling fish and mantas cleaning. A truly spectacular dive!

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 11/12: Farondi / Balbulol

Visit the unique underwater caves at Goa Farondi and hunt for cool pygmy seahorses on the different varieties of sea fans. Nearby in the channel are the current rich pinnacles of the Three Sisters. This area is teeming with life and there is a good chance of seeing a lot of fish action.

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 13: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

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Exclusions

  • Harbor Fee: 154.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy – Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Aljui Bay

Time to focus on macro on Aljui Bay.

 

Slopes with plenty to look for: fire urchins with shrimps and crabs, nudibranchs. The night dive under the pearl farm pier is one of the best in the area with the possibilities to have encounters with the very elusive walking shark.

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Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 7: Batanta

The last day will be entirely dedicated to “muck diving”. Seahorses, Octopuses, nudibranchs and rhinoplasty are some of the usual suspects we can find here.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy – Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Aljui Bay

Time to focus on macro on Aljui Bay.

 

Slopes with plenty to look for: fire urchins with shrimps and crabs, nudibranchs. The night dive under the pearl farm pier is one of the best in the area with the possibilities to have encounters with the very elusive walking shark.

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Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 7: Batanta

The last day will be entirely dedicated to “muck diving”. Seahorses, Octopuses, nudibranchs and rhinoplasty are some of the usual suspects we can find here.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy – Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Aljui Bay

Time to focus on macro on Aljui Bay.

 

Slopes with plenty to look for: fire urchins with shrimps and crabs, nudibranchs. The night dive under the pearl farm pier is one of the best in the area with the possibilities to have encounters with the very elusive walking shark.

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Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 7: Batanta

The last day will be entirely dedicated to “muck diving”. Seahorses, Octopuses, nudibranchs and rhinoplasty are some of the usual suspects we can find here.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy – Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Aljui Bay

Time to focus on macro on Aljui Bay.

 

Slopes with plenty to look for: fire urchins with shrimps and crabs, nudibranchs. The night dive under the pearl farm pier is one of the best in the area with the possibilities to have encounters with the very elusive walking shark.

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Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 7: Batanta

The last day will be entirely dedicated to “muck diving”. Seahorses, Octopuses, nudibranchs and rhinoplasty are some of the usual suspects we can find here.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Park Fee: 150.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy – Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Aljui Bay

Time to focus on macro on Aljui Bay.

 

Slopes with plenty to look for: fire urchins with shrimps and crabs, nudibranchs. The night dive under the pearl farm pier is one of the best in the area with the possibilities to have encounters with the very elusive walking shark.

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Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 7: Batanta

The last day will be entirely dedicated to “muck diving”. Seahorses, Octopuses, nudibranchs and rhinoplasty are some of the usual suspects we can find here.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy – Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Aljui Bay

Time to focus on macro on Aljui Bay.

 

Slopes with plenty to look for: fire urchins with shrimps and crabs, nudibranchs. The night dive under the pearl farm pier is one of the best in the area with the possibilities to have encounters with the very elusive walking shark.

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Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 7: Batanta

The last day will be entirely dedicated to “muck diving”. Seahorses, Octopuses, nudibranchs and rhinoplasty are some of the usual suspects we can find here.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

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Exclusions

  • Harbor Fee: 242.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Harbor Fee: 154.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2 and 3: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Manta Sandy & Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Aljui Bay

Today, we change goals and will be concentrating on macro and cool critters. Some of the signature sites in the bay include the Channel Island, White Arrow and Teardrop Wall. These are great places to see pygmy seahorses, unusual nudis, ghost pipefish. Then spend some time on the mucky sand under Cendana Dock for an amazing night dive.

 

With permission, you will be able to visit the pearl farm in the bay. Not only is this a very educational tour explaining the production of high-quality pearls, but you can also go shopping afterward.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 7: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 8: Wayilbatan

The Four Kings is a series of colorful underwater pinnacles that make an amazing dive with plenty of cool fish action. Moving later to a more sheltered spot we are in the vicinity of some great dive spots: drift along the channel at Neptune Fan Sea; explore the wall at Wedding Cake or enjoy the fish action on the ridge at Barracuda Rock.

No. of Dives: 3 or 4

 

Day 9 and 10: Boo & Fiabacet

This amazing string of small islands has a colorful array of great dives sites. The signature sites in the area include Boo Windows, Nudi Rock, Tank Rock and Whale Rock. The whole place is a delight for the eyes.

 

On a calm day, you can visit the amazing seamount Magic Mountain and experience cruising sharks, schooling fish and mantas cleaning. A truly spectacular dive!

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 11: Farondi / Balbulol

Visit the unique underwater caves at Goa Farondi and hunt for cool pygmy seahorses on the different varieties of sea fans. Nearby in the channel are the current rich pinnacles of the Three Sisters. This area is teeming with life and there is a good chance of seeing a lot of fish action.

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 12: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

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Exclusions

  • Harbor Fee: 154.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy – Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Aljui Bay

Time to focus on macro on Aljui Bay.

 

Slopes with plenty to look for: fire urchins with shrimps and crabs, nudibranchs. The night dive under the pearl farm pier is one of the best in the area with the possibilities to have encounters with the very elusive walking shark.

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Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 7: Batanta

The last day will be entirely dedicated to “muck diving”. Seahorses, Octopuses, nudibranchs and rhinoplasty are some of the usual suspects we can find here.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

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Exclusions

  • Harbour Fees: 154.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy – Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Aljui Bay

Time to focus on macro on Aljui Bay.

 

Slopes with plenty to look for: fire urchins with shrimps and crabs, nudibranchs. The night dive under the pearl farm pier is one of the best in the area with the possibilities to have encounters with the very elusive walking shark.

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Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 7: Batanta

The last day will be entirely dedicated to “muck diving”. Seahorses, Octopuses, nudibranchs and rhinoplasty are some of the usual suspects we can find here.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

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  • Harbour Fees: 154.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy – Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Aljui Bay

Time to focus on macro on Aljui Bay.

 

Slopes with plenty to look for: fire urchins with shrimps and crabs, nudibranchs. The night dive under the pearl farm pier is one of the best in the area with the possibilities to have encounters with the very elusive walking shark.

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Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 7: Batanta

The last day will be entirely dedicated to “muck diving”. Seahorses, Octopuses, nudibranchs and rhinoplasty are some of the usual suspects we can find here.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

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Exclusions

  • Harbor Fee: 154.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Harbor Fee: 132.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2 and 3: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Manta Sandy & Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Aljui Bay

Today, we change goals and will be concentrating on macro and cool critters. Some of the signature sites in the bay include the Channel Island, White Arrow and Teardrop Wall. These are great places to see pygmy seahorses, unusual nudis, ghost pipefish. Then spend some time on the mucky sand under Cendana Dock for an amazing night dive.

 

With permission, you will be able to visit the pearl farm in the bay. Not only is this a very educational tour explaining the production of high-quality pearls, but you can also go shopping afterward.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 7: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 8: Wayilbatan

The Four Kings is a series of colorful underwater pinnacles that make an amazing dive with plenty of cool fish action. Moving later to a more sheltered spot we are in the vicinity of some great dive spots: drift along the channel at Neptune Fan Sea; explore the wall at Wedding Cake or enjoy the fish action on the ridge at Barracuda Rock.

No. of Dives: 3 or 4

 

Day 9 and 10: Boo & Fiabacet

This amazing string of small islands has a colorful array of great dives sites. The signature sites in the area include Boo Windows, Nudi Rock, Tank Rock and Whale Rock. The whole place is a delight for the eyes.

 

On a calm day, you can visit the amazing seamount Magic Mountain and experience cruising sharks, schooling fish and mantas cleaning. A truly spectacular dive!

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 11/12: Farondi / Balbulol

Visit the unique underwater caves at Goa Farondi and hunt for cool pygmy seahorses on the different varieties of sea fans. Nearby in the channel are the current rich pinnacles of the Three Sisters. This area is teeming with life and there is a good chance of seeing a lot of fish action.

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 13: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

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Exclusions

  • Harbor Fee: 154.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy – Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Aljui Bay

Time to focus on macro on Aljui Bay.

 

Slopes with plenty to look for: fire urchins with shrimps and crabs, nudibranchs. The night dive under the pearl farm pier is one of the best in the area with the possibilities to have encounters with the very elusive walking shark.

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Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 7: Batanta

The last day will be entirely dedicated to “muck diving”. Seahorses, Octopuses, nudibranchs and rhinoplasty are some of the usual suspects we can find here.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Harbor Fee: 154.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Harbor Fee: 176.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Harbour Fees: 264.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2 and 3: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Manta Sandy & Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Aljui Bay

Today, we change goals and will be concentrating on macro and cool critters. Some of the signature sites in the bay include the Channel Island, White Arrow and Teardrop Wall. These are great places to see pygmy seahorses, unusual nudis, ghost pipefish. Then spend some time on the mucky sand under Cendana Dock for an amazing night dive.

 

With permission, you will be able to visit the pearl farm in the bay. Not only is this a very educational tour explaining the production of high-quality pearls, but you can also go shopping afterward.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 7: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 8: Wayilbatan

The Four Kings is a series of colorful underwater pinnacles that make an amazing dive with plenty of cool fish action. Moving later to a more sheltered spot we are in the vicinity of some great dive spots: drift along the channel at Neptune Fan Sea; explore the wall at Wedding Cake or enjoy the fish action on the ridge at Barracuda Rock.

No. of Dives: 3 or 4

 

Day 9 and 10: Boo & Fiabacet

This amazing string of small islands has a colorful array of great dives sites. The signature sites in the area include Boo Windows, Nudi Rock, Tank Rock and Whale Rock. The whole place is a delight for the eyes.

 

On a calm day, you can visit the amazing seamount Magic Mountain and experience cruising sharks, schooling fish and mantas cleaning. A truly spectacular dive!

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 11: Farondi / Balbulol

Visit the unique underwater caves at Goa Farondi and hunt for cool pygmy seahorses on the different varieties of sea fans. Nearby in the channel are the current rich pinnacles of the Three Sisters. This area is teeming with life and there is a good chance of seeing a lot of fish action.

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 12: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

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Exclusions

  • Harbor Fee: 440.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 4: Boo & Fiabacet

This amazing string of small islands has a colorful array of great dives sites. The signature sites in the area include Boo Windows, Nudi Rock, Tank Rock and Whale Rock. The whole place is a delight for the eyes.

 

On a calm day, you can visit the amazing seamount Magic Mountain and experience cruising sharks, schooling fish and mantas cleaning. A truly spectacular dive!

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Farondi / Balbulol

Visit the unique underwater caves at Goa Farondi and hunt for cool pygmy seahorses on the different varieties of sea fans. Nearby in the channel are the current rich pinnacles of the Three Sisters. This area is teeming with life and there is a good chance of seeing a lot of fish action.

No. of Dives: 2

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

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Exclusions

  • Harbor Fee: 110.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy – Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Aljui Bay

Time to focus on macro on Aljui Bay.

 

Slopes with plenty to look for: fire urchins with shrimps and crabs, nudibranchs. The night dive under the pearl farm pier is one of the best in the area with the possibilities to have encounters with the very elusive walking shark.

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Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 7: Batanta

The last day will be entirely dedicated to “muck diving”. Seahorses, Octopuses, nudibranchs and rhinoplasty are some of the usual suspects we can find here.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

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  • Harbour Fees: 215.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy – Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Aljui Bay

Time to focus on macro on Aljui Bay.

 

Slopes with plenty to look for: fire urchins with shrimps and crabs, nudibranchs. The night dive under the pearl farm pier is one of the best in the area with the possibilities to have encounters with the very elusive walking shark.

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Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 7: Batanta

The last day will be entirely dedicated to “muck diving”. Seahorses, Octopuses, nudibranchs and rhinoplasty are some of the usual suspects we can find here.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

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  • Harbour Fees: 154.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

The popular destination of Raja Ampat is the center of all marine biodiversity in the world. Below will be the draft itinerary when you are onboard of Damai:

 

Day 1: Arrive in Sorong

Guests will arrive in Sorong and have time to get comfortable on the boat. Damai will travel west to Matan for a check out dive.

No. of Dives: 1

 

Day 2: Kri & Dampier Straits

At the eastern end of the famous Dampier Strait, there are many signature dive sites. Cape Kri is a sloping reef on the eastern end on the island of Kri; Blue Magic and Sardine reef are seamounts covered in schooling fish and cruising sharks and rays; Mioskon is a great spot for the endemic Wobbegong shark and Pontohi pygmy seahorses.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 3: Manta Sandy – Gam

Manta Sandy is a signature site for experiencing the grace of Reef Mantas. They are frequent visitors to the cleaning stations dotted along this sandy channel. Feel free to explore the sand for small critters while you are waiting for an appearance.

 

Gam’s Citrus Ridge is a must. An entrance to a channel when current flows and attracts all kinds of life. Its orange soft corals give a name to this spectacular site.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 4: Kawe

Heading north for some more adventure. Eagle Rock is a great spot, a fishy reef with a collection of sweet leaps and the occasional visit of mantas. Giant trevallies, tunas, Wahoo and other pelagic are present in most of the dives in the area.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 5: Aljui Bay

Time to focus on macro on Aljui Bay.

 

Slopes with plenty to look for: fire urchins with shrimps and crabs, nudibranchs. The night dive under the pearl farm pier is one of the best in the area with the possibilities to have encounters with the very elusive walking shark.

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Day 3: Penemu

The signature sites in Penemu are Barracuda Point; a seamount on the north point; Melissa’s Garden; a beautiful example of a hard coral plateau and Keruo Channel; drift along this colorful slope watching the seascape go by.

 

The highlight of Penemu is a lagoon tour in the tender boats amongst these turquoise waters and limestone bays. For the energetic, there is a short walk to the top of one of the hills to be rewarded with an amazing view over the lagoon with Damai moored in the distance.

No. of Dives: 2 or 3

 

Day 7: Batanta

The last day will be entirely dedicated to “muck diving”. Seahorses, Octopuses, nudibranchs and rhinoplasty are some of the usual suspects we can find here.

No. of Dives: 4

 

Day 6: Departure

Guests will be escorted to the airport in Sorong and assisted with check-in procedures, no doubt full of talk about the wonders of the most popular dive destination in the world.

 

DISCLAIMERS

The trip will be weather dependent and there might be long crossing required throughout. We will try to adjust the best we can to the conditions and fulfill all itinerary briefed when you’re on the boat.

Due to the need to report to the local village, divers will need to be flexible with the start time of the first dive at some of the dive sites. We will ensure that you’re given timely updates on this during the trip, however, your understanding of last-minute changes would be appreciated. This is because divers are only allowed in the water once permission is granted by the local villages and officers.

Damai is flexible to change itinerary suggested based on customer’s preference in the event that weather and time allow us to do so and if changes are agreeable by all participants on board.

Inclusions

Exclusions

  • Park Fees: 150.00 USD
  • Harbour Fees: 154.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

MY DAMAI I have been designed to offer a personal service dedicated to small groups. With an overall length of 40 meters (130 feet) and a beam of over 8 meters (26 feet) the vessel has 7 staterooms with a choice of single cabins, twins, doubles or two spacious master cabins. With sizes ranging from 18 sq meters / 194 sq feet for the single cabin to 40 sq meters / 430 sq feet for the master cabin, all are furnished with either queen- or king-sized beds, en-suite toilets, and showers.
The vessel has been designed with three large deck areas for relaxing in sun or shade and enjoying rejuvenating massage and spa treatments. Specifically designed for divers, the vessel offers large dive stations with individual rinse tanks, a camera room with separate workstations, and an integrated 110v and 220v charging station for each photographer.
The vessel is the first in Indonesia to offer 3 local dive guides and 1 Instructor on board throughout your trip. With only 12 guests on most trips and 14 on some (full boat charter only), this is a good 4:1 guest to dive guide ratio. We also have 2 custom designed high speed tender boats used to transfer guests to and from the dive site safely and comfortably. Behind every detail is our objective to ensure the best service and diving experience for our guests.

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  • Harbor Fee: 175.00 USD
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Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

This depends on how long you plan to be in Indonesia and your nationality. There is currently a visa exemption for over 160 countries which allow citizens of these countries to stay in Indonesia for a maximum of 30 days with no extensions. This visa exemption is free. Click on the “Daftar Negara Bebas Visa Kunjungan” option from this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/visa_exe/index/ for the full list of countries eligible for this exemption.

If you plan to stay in Indonesia longer than 30 days, you can apply for Visa on Arrival (VoA) at your port of your entry. A VoA will cost you US$35 or IDR500,000 (to be paid in cash) and is valid for 30 days with the possibility of extending for 30 more days at any of Indonesia’s immigration offices. Click on the “Negara” option at this website: https://www.imigrasi.go.id/apply_ri/tourism/visaonarrival/ for the list of the 62 countries eligible for V0A.

If your country is not listed in either the visa exemption or VoA list, you will have to apply for a visa from an Indonesian Embassy/Consulate in your home country.

Please note that to enter Indonesia, your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date and that there must be at least one blank page in the passport. You must also have a ticket showing an onward journey from Indonesia.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic situation, Indonesia has suspended most visa and imposed a number of entry ban. In view of the constant changing travel restrictions, we urge all our guests to contact the Indonesia Embassy in your own country to reconfirm the procedure you should follow. We will continue to monitor the current situation and will update with the latest developments. As always, we are ready to welcome you with an open arm, a big smile and extra eagerness to help.

What should I do if I have special food requirements?

For all food requirement(s), be it health or preference, Dive Damai will do our best to fulfill your request. Our friendly reservation staff will reach out to you with the registration form, in which is a section specifically designated for these purposes. Kindly note your request there and we will try our best to make it happen.

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Dive Damai has extensive experience managing the food requirements of guests with many different backgrounds and health conditions. We know exactly what we need to do to fulfill those requests. Though, due to the remoteness of locations in which we travel, some of these ingredients are not available locally and are therefore delivered directly to the boat from our head office. To ensure that we have sufficient stock of what you need onboard, we require a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice on all requests. Please reach out to our reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com directly with your requests should you not have received your registration form in due time.

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We will do everything in our power to ensure that your needs are met and to provide you with your preference. However, we do ask for your understanding that we will not be able to provide for extravagant requests such as truffles, caviar, wagyu steak, etc. Please also understand that there are some brands of items that are not available to purchase in Indonesia, therefore we will not be able to provide such items.

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In support of the local economy, we aim to purchase locally as many of the items we use onboard as possible. To ensure freshness, we buy all of our fresh produce (mainly vegetables and fruits) locally. This means we have only such seasonal items available to us and are unable to purchase some produce that does not grow within Indonesia.

Is there a form I need to fill in?

Yes, 2-4 weeks before your trip, Dive Damai’s friendly reservation staff would be in contact with you providing you a “Registration Form” that all guest must fill in before your trip. You will also be asked to provide a copy of the passport you will be using to enter into Indonesia for your trip.

What currency should I bring?

Under Indonesian law from June 2015, all payments in Indonesia MUST be made in Indonesian Rupiah.

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Currency Exchange are available in larger cities but will not be available in more remote areas. If you choose to pay cash, it is best to ensure you have enough before arriving at the port of embarkation of disembarkation from Dive Damai’s vessel.

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We recommend exchanging currencies at high street banks or big money changers with CCTV as the smaller money changers that provide much higher rate than these places have a tendency of performing “Magical Miscounting”.

Can I use credit and debit cards?

Most tourism operators like Dive Damai will accept the major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard & AMEX) but charges a bank fee of 3.5% for all transactions. Please note that if you are planning to spend money at the port of embarkation or disembarkation from the vessels, we will highly recommend to prepare physically cash as the locations Dive Damai travels to are quite remote and most are not very tourist-centered.

Are there ATMs available?

ATMs can be found in all cities however not all banks will be represented and there is a chance that ATMs in remote areas could run out of money during long holidays. All ATMs will dispense currency at the current exchange rate but your bank may charge you extra fees for the transaction.

What are the baggage allowances for domestic flights?

Baggage allowances vary enormously from destination to destination and airline to airline. Our reservation team is constantly monitoring the changes that regularly occur. A safe rule of thumb is 20 kg, or 44 lbs. However, some small domestic planes going to/from remote destinations can sometimes have an allowance of only 10kg or 22lbs or some do not include check-in baggage in their ticket prices. Some airlines will allow for selection of additional check-in baggage (with extra fees). If you are booking your ticket online, the website should clearly display this information and provide the necessary options. If you are booking this with a tour agency, please make sure this is clarified up front and clearly stated in writing to avoid complications and/or dispute.

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Overweight baggage fees at the airport can be as much as USD5 per kg. If your return journey is with a different airline, there could also be different allowances and overweight fees applied. Please note that most airlines will not accept credit cards to pay for excess baggage at the airport. We urge you to take advantage of our dive equipment on the vessels to reduce your baggage weight. Due to limited storage space onboard, we do have limited sizes and brands, so please book your gear up-front to avoid disappointment. Contact our friendly reservation staff at reservations@dive-damai.com for inquiries and booking, or simply include this booking requirement(s) in your registration form and we will coordinate to ensure requested items are available on board. All dive equipment is top of the line and maintained to the highest standards.

How do I arrange our domestic flights?

Online booking agents and direct booking on airline websites are two of the best options available. To check flights availability across different websites, try www.skyscanner.com to help get a overview of your flight options. Booking directly through the airline’s website would be the best as it proves to be the most convenient for online check in, changes or cancellation (if required). However, due to website restrictions in some countries and language barriers, its not always possible to book directly with the airlines themselves. If this is the case, the only available online agent in Indonesia would be www.nusatrip.com. This provider can offer you flight options for most, if not all, airlines in Indonesia.

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A second and more appropriate option for booking your flights would be through Dive Damai’s reservations team. With our extensive experience, great local knowledge of the area and the advantage of our existing knowledge of the trip you will be joining us, you can save yourself from all the hassle of researching the right flight and allow us connect you straight to the boat. There will be a 15% administration fee on top of the flight price. This fee will cover the sales tax and VAT. Contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to book you tickets now.

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NOTE: Please make sure that you book your domestic flights prior to booking your international flights to avoid missing your connection(s). Dive Damai often operates in remote locations of Indonesia, therefore guests will need to take a domestic flight to/from one of Indonesia’s international airport hubs. We recommend that you plan your international flights at least one day before and after your domestic flights in case there are any unforeseen delays in domestic connections.

Where do I collect my purchase flight tickets?

If you’ve booked it online, the airlines or online agent will send the flight tickets to you directly via email.

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If you’ve booked through us, we will also obtain your email address and send you a copy of the flight ticket via email. Let us know if you prefer another option (i.e. WhatsApp or Messenger) and we will be happy to send it through in this manner as well.

Is there any domestic airport tax to pay?

All flight tickets booked after March 2015 will have all airport taxes already included in the tickets.

Is there anything to pay when I leave the country?

At the end of 2015 all airlines were required to include the departure tax in the ticket price so there should not be any further taxes to pay.

When will I embark the vessel? (arriving first day of the trip)

If you book your domestic connection with our reservation team, you will be scheduled to arrive at a recommended time of which our crew will be notified and thus will be waiting for you at the airport to escort you directly to the vessel.

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If you have already or intend to book your domestic flight on your own, we will recommend that you arrive before 12pm so that guests who may have arrived earlier would not need to wait too long before the boat departs. You are required to provide us with your flight information within the registration form. This information (when submitted) is passed on to our crew on board so they can be waiting at the airport to pick you up and transport you directly to the boat.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that have require embarkation after 2.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked your trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such a requirement up front. In the event that you have booked one of these trips we recommend highly that you book yourself into a day hotel for some rest and we will come by to pick you up after 1.00pm. Please contact our helpful reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com should you need assistance to book the hotel or arrangements for transfer from airport to the hotel (subject to additional charges).

When will I disembark the vessel? (flight departing on the last day of the trip)

We generally do not have restrictions on what time to disembark. We usually transfer you to the airport a couple of hours before your departure flight to allow you enough time for your check-in.

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NOTE: We do have some trips that require disembarkation before 12.00pm. This is usually noted within your invoice and if you have booked our trip through an agent, the agent is responsible to notify you of such restrictions up front. In the event that you are have booked one of these trips and have booked your domestic flights with our reservation team, we will have booked you on an earlier flight. However, if you are booking your own flight, we recommend that you book a flight that departs before 2.00pm.

When will I embark and disembark the vessel? (flight arrived before and after the day of the trip)

You are required to update your hotel information and preferred pick-up time in your trip registration form. Should our pickup time differ from your preferred time, we will be in contact with you prior to pickup. If you do not hear from our crew, wait for us at the lobby of the hotel at the time you have selected in your registration form and our team will be there at +/-15 mins to escort you to the boat.

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Arrange with our friendly Cruise Director on board for your time of disembarkation. Unless you are on a trip that has requirement to depart before 12.00pm (which will be stipulated within your invoice or informed to you by your agent during booking), we will usually allow you depart at the time of your choice.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel and vice-versa?

All transfers to the vessels within 20 km on the day of embarkation and disembarkation are complimentary and arranged by us.

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If you have arrived before the day of embarkation or are departing after the day of disembarkation and therefore need transfer from airport to hotel or vice versa, please reach out to our friendly reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com and provide us with relevant information so we can help to make the needed arrangements. The cost of these transfers can be paid on board or directly to the driver himself in cash.

What is the minimum certification I require to dive with Dive Damai?

All diving passengers must be a certified diver of minimum Open Water level and be physically fit to dive. With prior arrangement, we can certify divers on the vessel, but you should have completed all theory and confined water training prior to the trip and bring with you all the corroborating documentation. You can contact your dive shop at home for more information.

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If you are not a certified Open Water diver, we can also organize a limited number of “Discovery Dive” with a qualified dive instructor on board the vessel, please contact our reservation team at reservations@dive-damai.com for more information on this.

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For those who are on board with the “All Inclusive Package” and would like to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, you must be Enriched Air Nitrox certified. If you are not yet certified, a short training course can be provided on board with prior arrangement at an extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What’s the water temperatures, currents and visibility like?

This can vary greatly depending on the location, the season, and even the day.

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Temperatures can vary from 30C/86F to 17C/65F (rarely) but a normal range for most areas is 26C/76F to 28C/82F. A 3mm wetsuit usually suffices for most areas and a hooded vest could be good as extra backup. If you find yourself getting cold, you can take advantage of our thicker wetsuits onboard, free for our All Inclusive and Repeat guests as part of the dive equipment..

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Currents also vary, but currents are what make diving in Indonesia so special. Some dive sites are recommended to be dived in current because there is something extraordinary to see with the current.

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Visibility can vary from 5 to 40 meters but there are always amazing things to see in Indonesia, regardless of the visibility.

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Not to worry, our expert dive guides will always check currents, temperature, and visibility prior to each dive. We dive the best dives at the best times to find the best marine life. If we feel that a diver’s experience is not adequate, we will recommend they skip that dive, but, more often than not, the Cruise Director will personally escort the diver on that dive to ensure safety.

I’m an avid photographer, can I dive on my own and can I have my own guide?

If you are a certified solo diver, we would allow you to dive on your own. Though we would highly recommend that you stay with your group so that our guide (with their knowledge of the dive site) can find you more interesting subjects for your photography.

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We have 3 dive guides for 12 guests on board (14 guests for some full charters), therefore, we will not be able to allocate you a personal dive guide. Though, we do have plenty of experience with having photographers onboard and we understand their desires and the way they dive. Therefore, we put a lot of thought into the formation of the dive groups.

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If you would like to hire your own private guide, this can be arranged for USD100 per day of diving, plus the cost of flights for the guide to and from the boat. Please contact us at reservations@dive-damai.com to arrange and book for this service up front. We will require at least 3 weeks’ notice to make the needed arrangements. Usually our guests find that with such a small diver to guide ratios, this service is unnecessary.

What is Enriched Air Nitrox and how can I get certified on board?

Enriched Air Nitrox is air that has a higher amount of oxygen than normal air that we breathe. Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox can increase your No Decompression time compared to diving with normal air at the same depths. Some divers also think that diving with Enriched Air Nitrox has a possibility to reduce diver fatigue.

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However, diving with Enriched Air Nitrox limits your depth compared to normal air. On Damai boats we find that over 90% of our divers feel that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

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The certification course is quite simple and straightforward, if you are interested in doing the Enriched Air Nitrox course onboard, please let us know in advance so that we can prepare learning materials for you. Please note that the course will require extra cost. Click here for more information on this cost.

What is the rules on board for drinking alcohol and diving?

You are permitted to drink alcohol while onboard. Dive Damai even provides free-flow beer at no extra charge and a complimentary glass of wine each evening. You are not, however, permitted to consume alcohol if you still plan to dive that day. For safety reasons, we are very strict about alcohol consumption prior to diving and if you were to even open a can of beer or take a sip of alcohol, we will not permit you to dive for the rest of the day.

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What safety equipment is available on board?

We take your safety very seriously.

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For divers, we have plenty of surface marker buoys available, free of charge (if you do not have one). We also have Nautilus LifeLine Marine Rescue GPS units which can be rented for USD100 per trip. We highly recommend pre-booking as we have a limited number of units available.

On board, we have plenty of emergency oxygen, radios, GPS, satellite phone, and satellite internet.

Do you serve alcohol on board?

Yes, included in the price of your trip, we provide free flow of beer and we also give out a complimentary glass of wine during dinner. We do have our own stockpile of beer on board, but if you are a group and all are very heavy drinker, please make sure that you warn us upfront so that we can stock up and ensure that we do not come out short during your trip.

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Other than those complimentary alcohol we provide on board, we also have a selection of wine by the bottle that you can purchase onboard. With prior arrangement and sufficient notice, we can also order and send to the boat your own selection from our suppliers in Bali.

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Please contact our reservations team at reservations@dive-damai.com for the wine or spirits list. Prices for imported alcohol in Indonesia are high due to a luxury tax and we will be charging you only the cost price of these alcohols (including the shipping fees). For a better deal, you should buy your own wine and spirits at the duty-free shop at your home country. Please note that Indonesian customs limits 1 liter per person.

DIVE INSURANCE IS COMPULSORY

We dive in extremely remote locations. Safety is a priority and we ask you to help yourself by ensuring you have the correct travel and dive insurance for everyone’s peace of mind. Those without valid dive insurance purchased will not be allowed to dive while on board.

Dive Damai has a partnership with DiveAssure for our dive insurance.

Travel and trip cancellation insurance?

Dive Damai strongly recommends travel and/or trip insurance and specifically trip cancellation insurance.

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Indonesia lies on the Ring of Fire, a famed line of active volcanoes that circle the Pacific Ocean. Some volcanic activity could disrupt international and domestic travels. Dive Damai will not be held responsible should a trip be cut short or cancelled due to “unavoidable circumstances” such as weather conditions, unforeseen natural phenomena, Force Majeure (natural disasters, epidemics and unforeseen acts of God, etc) and unavoidable acts of man (war, riots, terrorist attack, etc). In the rare occasion of this happening, you will be directed to your insurance provider for trip cancellation.

As for flight arrangements, please allow yourself extra time when booking flight schedules and check the small print of your trip insurance to avoid disappointment.

What power does the vessel provide and do I need to bring an adapter?

Our camera room on board has both 110V and 220V international power sockets with voltage stabilizer. We strongly recommend you charge your batteries and other electronics in our camera room. Your cabins also have international power sockets which we suggest to use only for small electronic devices when there is someone awake in the cabin. However, the standard power socket in Indonesia is a European two-prong plug.

What are provided in the Cabin?

Each of our cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities and individual air-conditioning units. The cabins are also equipped with plenty of storage and cabinet space.

For the most comfortable sleeping experience, all cabins are equipped with high quality spring mattresses, highest thread-count bed sheets and duvet covers, two sleeping pillows for each guest and a couple of small pillows.

We provide each guest with a large size bath towel, a face towel, a hand towel, and bathrobe. Toiletries provided onboard are our own range of Palm Oil-free Damai Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Lotion and Hand Soap which allow you to save the time, trouble, and baggage allowance for more important items. We also provide hairdryers and ear plugs in every cabin.

How will the current COVID-19 pandemic affect my booked trips?

All bookings with a payment made will be reviewed 6 weeks prior to the trip start date. At that point, if there are still travel restrictions (either in Indonesia or within the home country of the customer) and/or there are no flights connecting the customer from their home country to the embarkation destination, we will issue you a “voucher” valued at the exact amount you’ve paid (with no expiry). This voucher can be used for any future bookings.

If in doubt, please contact us directly via email at info@dive-damai.com for further clarification.

How will COVID-19 impact my diving experience on board?

As individual space with a personalized rinse tank is a pre-existing feature on board of Damai, there will be little impact on your overall diving experience.

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Though we do advise our customers to bring their own dive equipment for both comfort and level peace of mind regarding personal hygiene, Dive Damai ensures that all rental equipment is thoroughly disinfected for every trip before it is rented out. When gear is rented out, as usual, each set will only be used by one guest and will be kept in their personalized space.

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If you do rent our dive equipment on board, we strongly advise that you bring along your own mouthpiece. Even though we will have disinfected our mouthpieces as well, it is always more comfortable to have your personalized mouthpiece with you. If you do not manage to buy your own prior to coming on board, we will have new mouthpieces available on board for purchase of only US$20/piece.

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Customers who have enjoyed our signature onboard Dive Damai service before will know that for every dive all guest equipment is managed by our crew. We do all the heavy lifting of gear both on and off our personalized tender boats. To avoid any possibility of your mouthpiece being touched by our crew during this process, we will provide each customer with a mouthpiece cover for the duration of your trip. This cover will also be disinfected prior to each trip, as well as throughout the trip.

How do we maintain the social distancing requirement during mealtime?

Changes will be made to ensure guests have appropriate space provided during mealtime. Guests will be arranged to be seated at least 3ft/1meter apart from one another. If necessary, due to numbers, we will arrange for 2 mealtime sessions or provide the luxurious option of room service.

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We will continue to uphold our standard Dive Damai dining procedure of providing individually plated meals and cutlery for each guest during all dining experiences.

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You will still have Our lovely restaurant service crew will continue to provide a helping hand during each mealtime. Only now, they will use safety gloves and be serving with a smile behind their protective face mask.

Will there be any extra COVID-19 prevention in our room?

All guest cabins will be equipment with sufficient supply of hand soap and hand sanitizer. If you have not already received your very own Dive Damai facemask before boarding, you will find one awaiting you in your cabin.

In addition to our customary Dive Damai twice-daily room cleaning service, we will now include a step to disinfect all guest cabins at minimum of once per day.

What about COVID-19 prevention everywhere else on board?

We have secured an availability of test kits from a reliable medical provider in Bali. These test kits will be supplied onboard for the purpose of testing our crew prior to each trip, to ensure that everyone is virus-free before the trip starts.

We will not be testing guests as each are required to be tested before entering Indonesia and/or before boarding domestic flights. However, guest(s) who may still like to perform the test at the start of the trip can speak to our lovely Cruise Director on board and they will be happy to provide a kit at a minimum charge of US$50/test. This charge is solely for cost recovery.

Before boarding the boat, for extra precaution, body temperature of each guest will be checked with our infrared thermometer. Subsequently, we will also check everyone’s body temperature before breakfast daily.

The dining room, lounge and camera room will be disinfected after every meal and the public area will be disinfected twice a day.

What can guests do to help better all COVID-19 procedures we have put in place?

For the safety and comfort of all guests and crew, whilst on board, it is now mandatory for everyone to wear a protective mask whenever not diving or in their own cabin. If you do not have a mask when we pick you up from the airport or hotel, our amazing Cruise Director will have a complimentary recyclable one ready for you.

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If you have any health issues preventing you from wearing a mask, please ensure that you bring along a face shield to wear instead. You will be informed about this requirement before your trip. Please be advised that any guest who fails to bring their own face shield (if required) or who does not comply with our face mask regulations will be refused boarding.

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For a more personalized experience, each guest will be given a complimentary mask container. These containers will be brought onto the tender boats before you dive so that you can comfortably wear you face mask all the way to the dive site. The containers will then miraculously re-appear at your private dive station on board so that you can access them right after your dive.

  • Year built: 2009
  • Length: 40 m / 130 ft
  • Beam: 8 m / 26 ft
  • Number of Cabins: 7
  • Max. guests: 14
  • Engines: Mitsubishi 10M20-OA – 520 Hp
  • Tenders: 3 units (Capacity 20 persons)
  • Freshwater capacity: 1 unit @ 10.000 ltr capacity
  • Fuel capacity: 4 units @ 5000 ltrs capacity

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      Includes

    • Airport & hotel transfer within 20km
    • All meals
    • Tea, coffee, water
    • beer
    • wine for dinner
    • Fruit & snacks
    • Towels
    • Dive guide
    • Dive package
    • Weight belt, weights, tanks

    Excludes

    • National Park & harbour fees
    • Domestic flights
    • Alcoholic beverages
    • Gratuities
    • Dive & travel insurance
    • Nitrox
    • Scuba diving equipment
    • Scuba diving courses
    • Laundry service
    • Housekeeping
    • Camera & charging station
    • TV & entertainment system
    • Library
    • Outdoor & indoor dining
    • Air-Conditioned rooms
    • Suites with balcony
    • Sun deck with beds
    • Snorkeler-friendly
    • Hot showers
    • En-suite bathrooms
    • Available for charter
    • Nitrox available
    • Rinse hoses
    • Dive deck
    • Zodiacs
    • DIN adaptors
    • Rebreather diving

    Rental Equipment

    • Snorkel / Dive gear $100 per trip
    • Snorkel / Dive gear $3 per item per day
    • Nitrox refills $10 per day
    • Nitrox refills $100 per trip
    • Buffet
    • Western food
    • Local food
    • Beer & wine available
    • Snacks all day
    • Soft drinks for free
    • Vegetarian options
    • Vegan options
    • 3 Life rafts (Capacity 20 persons)
    • 35 Life jackets
    • 1 Throwing line apparatus
    • Pyrotechnics
    • EPIRB
    • 8 x life rings
    • 2 x MOB beacon
    • Echo sounder & GPS plotter
    • Radar
    • Standard compass
    • HV radio 
    • VHF radio
    • Electronic chart
    • Timezone Raja Ampat: UTC +9 h
    • Local currency: Indonesian Rupiah
    • Language: English
    • Electricity: 220v
    • Payment onboard: cash in USD, Rupiah
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